Full Breakdown
Trump Schedules Mid-October Rallies in Montana and Arizona Ahead of 2026 Midterms
By Drooid · · How we work
Mid-October Campaign Stops in Montana and Arizona
President Donald Trump will appear at two public events in the western United States in mid-October. In Montana, the rally is set for the Majestic Valley Arena in Flathead County, with doors opening in the early afternoon and Trump speaking shortly after 6 p.m. In Arizona, the stop is planned for Laughlin Bullhead International Airport in Mohave County, with the venue opening in the morning and the president slated to address the crowd around 1 p.m. Both events are intended to energize Republican voters ahead of the upcoming November ballot.
Context of the 2026 Midterm Elections
The rallies come as the 2026 midterm cycle approaches, featuring competitive races for Arizona governor, attorney general, and multiple U.S. House seats, as well as a contested Senate seat in Montana. Early voting is already underway, and about 80 % of Arizona voters are expected to cast ballots by mail, making the timing of the Arizona stop particularly significant. Analysts note that Trump’s approval rating has declined to its lowest level in recent polls, reflecting broader challenges for the Republican ticket.
Key Races and Polling Data
In Montana’s western congressional district, Republican Aaron Flint is contesting the open seat left by retiring Rep. Ryan Zinke. He faces Democrat Sam Forstag in a race described as “tight” by sources familiar with the event. Rutgers-Eagleton polling from September shows the Republican primary field for the state’s open Senate seat divided among GOP nominee Kurt Alme (38 % support), independent Seth Bodnar (30 %), Democrat Alani Bankhead (16 %), and Libertarian Kyle Austin (5 %). In Arizona, Republican Rep. Andy Biggs is the party’s nominee for governor, challenging incumbent Democrat Katie Hobbs, who won re-election in 2022. Mohave County, where the Trump rally will be held, gave the former president more than 77 % of the vote in 2024.
Official Plans and Logistics
The Arizona event is described in a now-deleted post on the Republican National Committee’s website, which lists Laughlin Bullhead International Airport as the venue and notes that the rally’s attendee list has not yet been released. Montana organizers have indicated that several elected Republican officials from the state will speak before Trump takes the stage. Both rallies are part of a broader “red-state” campaign swing aimed at bolstering Republican candidates in states where the party seeks to retain or regain control.