Trump’s rally in Aurora marked the first time ahead of the November election that either presidential campaign has visited Colorado, which reliably votes Democratic statewide. Aurora entered the spotlight in August when a video circulated showing armed men walking through an apartment building housing Venezuelan migrants. Some of Colorado’s Democratic leaders accused Trump and other Republicans of overstating problems in Aurora. While Ohio and Colorado are not competitive in the presidential race, the Republican message on immigration is intended for states that are. Harris participated virtually in a White House briefing with President Biden on the recovery effort from hurricanes Milton and Helene.

Source: ABC News October 11, 2024 15:16 UTC