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Could President Trump's Approval Rating Impact Who Voters Send to Congress?
Officials warned of street closures, airport delays and transit disruptions as law enforcement prepares for heavy security around the Ocean Center rally.
President Donald Trump visits the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach on Friday for a midterm rally, with Trump expected to speak at 7 p.m. before the November 3 election.
Volusia County officials warned of "significant traffic impacts throughout the city" due to the visit, while the FAA issued temporary flight restrictions for 30 nautical miles around Daytona Beach International Airport.
Daytona Beach Police will close Atlantic Avenue from Oakridge Boulevard to Main Street from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., while Peninsula Drive closes at 4 p.m. Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood urged residents to avoid the area.
Republicans face voters amid concerns about affordability and the Iran War. Darrell West, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, said Democrats are optimistic about gaining House seats, though the Senate remains competitive.
As early voting ends on October 31, local businesses like Neptune's Bar and Grill are hosting watch parties. Republicans like Byron Donalds are expected to join the president in this final push before Election Day.