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Trump Addresses Iran War, Gas Prices at Dubuque Rally; 3 Protesters Removed
Trump urged in-person paper voting, praised Ashley Hinson and drew at least three protesters as he pushed his agenda before the midterms.
On Friday, President Donald Trump addressed hundreds at the Five Flags Center in Dubuque, calling higher gas prices "a very small price to pay for the security of this country and for the world" amid the war in Iran.
The rally followed a schedule change that shifted the event from Dubuque to Cedar Rapids before returning to the original location, where Trump aimed to energize voters for the midterm elections.
Rep. Ashley Hinson, a Republican U.S. Senate candidate, spoke at the event despite previously distancing herself from Trump on Iran and Russia policies; polls show her in a tight race against Democrat Josh Turek with elections two days away.
At least three protesters were removed from the venue, while House Speaker Mike Johnson urged attendees to dismiss polling data and Trump encouraged supporters to vote as if he were on the ballot.
Trump also promised to deliver a $15 billion steel mill to Iowa and touted immigration policies, while supporters like Deb Borely expressed willingness to accept higher gas costs for national security.
Trump has not decided whether he will resume large-scale attacks on Iran, although U.S. media claim that Washington and Tel Aviv are preparing a possible new offensive after the elections.