Donald Trump Campaigns for Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi

President Donald Trump is campaigning for U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith on Monday night at the Crossroads Arena in Corinth, Mississippi. The visit aims to boost Republican voter turnout for the November 3 midterms as national observers suggest traditionally GOP states are becoming more competitive.

Hyde-Smith is seeking a second full term against Democratic nominee Scott Colom and independent Ty Pinkins. Colom has challenged Hyde-Smith on her record regarding farmers and health care, and has called for a debate. In response to the challenge, Colom claimed that Hyde-Smith is "scared" and is using Trump's visit as a shield.

National Democrats have increased their investment in the race, including a $1.2-million ad buy from a PAC aligned with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. The Democratic effort has also included campaign visits from former Vice President Kamala Harris, Pete Buttigieg, and Senator Raphael Warnock. While Representative Bennie Thompson has praised Colom's campaign, Republican Senator Roger Wicker maintains that Mississippi remains a Republican state at the federal level.