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Trump campaigns with GOP candidates in Dalton, Georgia

Former President Trump campaigned in Dalton to support GOP candidates ahead of midterm elections.

Oct 17, 2026, 12:38 PM By the Genius Eye newsroom (City Reporter) · Fact-checkedHow we report
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President Donald Trump campaigned in Dalton, Georgia, as part of his efforts to energize Republican voters ahead of the midterm elections, WJCL reported. Dalton, known as the 'carpet capital of the world,' has an economy significantly reliant on immigrant labor, which adds complexity to the political messaging at the event, according to the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.

Trump appeared alongside GOP gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson and Senate candidate Mike Collins, endorsing their campaigns. Jackson, who has sought to distance himself somewhat from Trump, holds a narrow lead over Democratic candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms in recent polls. Trump urged voters to support the Republican ticket, emphasizing the importance of their success for the state's future.

Addressing immigration, Trump made statements about foreign-born populations in Georgia, highlighting concerns about crime and border security. He claimed that foreign countries had sent criminals to the U.S. and warned that a Democratic victory could lead to increased lawlessness and unchecked immigration in Georgia.

Trump's approval ratings have been low amid ongoing national issues, including tensions with Iran and economic challenges. His campaign stops in deep-red areas like Dalton aim to solidify support among voters inclined toward the Republican Party as the elections approach.

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