Former President Donald Trump spent his last Saturday before his first one-on-one debate with President Joe Biden out on the campaign trail. Trump addressed Christian conservatives in Washington, DC, emphasizing his efforts to overturn Roe v. Wade. Later, he held a campaign rally in Philadelphia, a key battleground state.
Meanwhile, Biden and his team prepared for the debate at Camp David, holding mock debate sessions and reviewing briefing binders. Trump's active campaign schedule was highlighted by his rally in Wisconsin and a fundraiser in Ohio.
Trump's campaign contrasted his busy schedule with Biden's retreat at Camp David, with a spokesperson emphasizing Trump's engagement with voters.
Trump's appearance at the 'Road to Majority' conference marked his ninth address at the event. Despite his past anti-abortion stance, Trump now advocates leaving abortion decisions to the states.
Democrats have criticized Trump's abortion stance, linking it to extremist views. The Biden campaign highlighted Trump's association with groups advocating for a nationwide abortion ban.
Trump's rally in Philadelphia aimed to capitalize on Pennsylvania's status as a battleground state, focusing on issues like inflation and crime. The DNC countered with ads highlighting Trump's record on Black Americans, pointing to higher unemployment rates and tax policies benefiting the wealthy.
The DNC's messaging targets Black voters, aiming to contrast Trump's policies with Biden's initiatives like student loan debt relief and increased education funding. Trump's outreach to minority communities, including a sneaker release in Philadelphia, has been part of his campaign strategy.
