Donald Trump Rally in Wisconsin, Urges Supporters to Secure a Mandate

Former President Donald Trump called for a mandate from voters as Election Day approaches, less than a month away. Speaking at a rally in Juneau, Wisconsin, on Sunday, Trump urged his supporters in the key battleground state and across the country to turn out in record numbers.

We need, and I hate to use this word because of what happened with COVID, but we need a mandate, Trump said, referencing pandemic restrictions like mask-wearing and social distancing. But we need a mandate in the vote, and we’re going to get it, he added.

The balance of power in Washington remains tight. Democrats hold a slim 51-49 majority in the Senate, while Republicans control the House by just a few seats. Polls show a close race between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, with many results falling within the margin of error.

Key Senate races also remain competitive, giving Republicans a chance to gain seats, though many Democratic incumbents are polling well. Forecasts from sources like Decision Desk HQ and FiveThirtyEight predict a tight race for control of the House, with toss-up contests likely deciding the majority.

Trump also pointed out that he received more votes in 2020 than any sitting president in history and claimed that various global and domestic issues, like Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and inflation, would not have occurred under his leadership.

Both Trump and Harris are vying for a clear victory, hoping to secure a mandate that would allow their party to control both the presidency and Congress, making it easier to pass their legislative agenda. However, the country appears headed for another close election, similar to the current political landscape, even if one party gains control.