Trump to Campaign in Kansas to Boost Senator Marshall
The short version
President Donald Trump announced he will campaign in Kansas next week to support Senator Roger Marshall’s reelection bid. The campaign comes as the race is seen as increasingly competitive, with Marshall running neck and neck with Democrat Adam Hamilton.
President Donald Trump announced he will campaign in Kansas next week to support Senator Roger Marshall's reelection bid.3 The Republican National Committee said the campaign is a response to the growing competitiveness of the Kansas Senate race.3 Trump is scheduled to hold a rally on Monday in Wichita.3
A top Trump political operative, Chris Grant, has been hired as a senior adviser to Marshall's campaign.1 Grant previously worked on Marshall's 2020 Senate campaign and on a pro‑Trump super PAC in 2024.1 Marshall is currently running neck and neck with Democrat Adam Hamilton, a Methodist pastor.1
Kansas was won by Trump by 16 points in the 2024 presidential election.1 Republicans fear that losing Kansas could cost them a Senate majority.1 Trump said in a social media post that he would campaign for Marshall "very soon."1
Trump acknowledged that the incumbent president's party historically faces a disadvantage in Senate races but said Republican enthusiasm was surging.2
“Chris is an absolute pro who has been a longtime friend to Team Marshall. Having him help land the plane these last three weeks is a no brainer.”
Why it matters
Kansas is a red-state that Trump won by 16 points in the 2024 presidential election.1
The Kansas Senate seat is currently held by Republican Senator Roger Marshall, who is seeking reelection.1
The race is considered competitive, with Democrat Adam Hamilton leading in polls.1
The Republican National Committee has increased support for the campaign.3
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