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NewsWPLG Local 10 – PoliticsAugust 4, 2026Miami-Dade

President Trump visits California and Nevada to campaign on economic and border policies

President Donald Trump is traveling to California and Nevada this week to campaign for Republican candidates ahead of November elections. During the trip, he plans to contrast his economic and border security agenda with Democratic policies, while facing public polling that shows low approval ratings regarding his handling of the economy.

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Why It Matters

The visit highlights the political focus on economic concerns, including inflation and housing costs, which are central to the upcoming November elections that will determine control of Congress.

Key Facts

  • President Trump is visiting California and Nevada this week to campaign for Republican candidates in the November elections.
  • A fundraising dinner for the Republican National Committee is scheduled for Tuesday in Rancho Palos Verdes, California.
  • An economic event is scheduled for Wednesday at the Red Rock casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • An AP-NORC poll from late July shows 32% approval for Trump's handling of the economy.
  • 69% of U.S. adults characterize the current state of the economy as 'poor'.
  • California's minimum wage is set to increase to $17.40 per hour next year.
  • The federal minimum wage remains $7.25 per hour.
  • Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo is facing Attorney General Aaron Ford in a competitive reelection race.

Who's Mentioned

organizationRepublican National Committee“Political organization hosting a fundraising dinner”locationCalifornia“State visited by the President”personOlivia Wales“White House spokesperson”personGavin Newsom“Governor of California”locationNevada“State visited by the President”personJoe Lombardo“Governor of Nevada”personAaron Ford“Attorney General of Nevada”personDonald Trump“President of the United States”