• Magnolia blues: Few would have predicted that President Donald Trump would campaign in Mississippi eight days before the midterms. But he’ll be there tonight to bolster Cindy Hyde-Smith, who is up against Democrat Scott Colom, as the battle for Senate control runs through states Trump won by double digits in 2024.
• GOP worries: Trump’s visit to Mississippi, part of his plan to rally in several ruby red states this week, reflects Republicans’ desire to avoid surprises on their turf. It also shows that the president, who is underwater in polling nationally, is particularly helpful with the MAGA base.
