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Trump holds raucous Ohio rally as he tries to shore up base voters for GOP

Video showed a supporter striking the heckler as police removed her and Trump called her a paid protester.

  • US President Donald Trump held a lively campaign rally in Youngstown, Ohio, on October 12, seeking to energise Republican supporters ahead of the November 3 midterm elections and help the party retain control of Congress.
  • Trump urged his supporters to turn out for Republican Senator Jon Husted, who is facing a competitive reelection contest against Democratic challenger Sherrod Brown.
  • Immigration dominated much of Trump's speech, as he targeted Somali and Haitian communities and criticised Democratic politicians, including Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar.
  • The rally featured several disruptions, including confrontations involving protesters, while large sections of the venue remained empty despite an enthusiastic response from some attendees.
  • Trump's campaign efforts come as Republicans face challenges over rising living costs, fuel prices and concerns about economic priorities, prompting the president to encourage loyal voters to support GOP candidates in the upcoming elections.
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At a rally in Youngstown, Ohio, this Monday, October 12, Donald Trump saw his speech disrupted by an altercation in the room. A woman wearing a T-shirt "Release the Epstein files" was attacked by...

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PJ Media broke the news on Monday, October 12, 2026.
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