Trump cancels Iowa, Kansas midterm events, opts for ‘tele-rallies’

What happened: With days left before the November 3 midterms, Trump cancelled scheduled rallies in Iowa and Kansas. The RNC said "tele-rallies" will replace them, broadcast to nearly 20 states. Key numbers: Less than five days remain until the November 3 midterms. Senate Republicans hold 53 of 100 seats; House Republicans hold 218 seats with all 435 up for grabs. Why it matters: RNC Chairman Joe Gruters said the virtual events will reach more voters than on-the-ground stops, calling it a 72-hour sprint. Trump said he does not feel he has to go to Kansas, where Marshall faces a tight race.

With days left before the November 3 midterms, Trump cancelled scheduled rallies in Iowa and Kansas. The RNC said "tele-rallies" will replace them, broadcast to nearly 20 states.

RNC Chairman Joe Gruters said the virtual events will reach more voters than on-the-ground stops, calling it a 72-hour sprint. Trump said he does not feel he has to go to Kansas, where Marshall faces a tight race.