Trump rallies to shore up Ohio Republicans

Democrats are gaining ground in Ohio’s governor and Senate contests, with high prices, strong early Democratic turnout and signs of wavering support among some working-class voters putting Republicans on alert. Prediction-market odds favor Democratic gubernatorial nominee Amy Acton over Vivek Ramaswamy and former Sen. Sherrod Brown over incumbent Sen. Jon Husted; a CNN poll also showed Brown ahead by six points. President Donald Trump rallied in Youngstown to support Husted and Ramaswamy, emphasizing immigration and announcing proposed regional investments, while Republican candidates have relied on his help to mobilize voters. The rally drew an enthusiastic crowd but had conspicuous empty sections, underscoring the uncertainty facing Republicans in a state that has recently leaned their way.