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Trump touts his power at Kentucky rally to energize voters ahead of midterm elections

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Published 17 Oct 2026, 20:44 BST1 min read

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President Donald Trump is emphasizing his influence during his second term at a rally in Kentucky. He claimed on Saturday that he could achieve "unbelievable" things, citing his decision to change how the U.S. government refers to the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.

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