Trump picks Reflecting Pool for final pitch

President Donald Trump will deliver a speech at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington on Monday afternoon. The address serves as his final public argument ahead of the midterm elections, marking a distinct shift from his recent campaign strategy.

For the past month, the president focused on staging more than 25 rallies in largely conservative areas. He aimed to help the Republican Party overcome his low approval ratings. Polls indicate that the Iran war, high energy prices, and rising costs of living could favor Democrats on election night, according to the Associated Press.

Trump first mentioned the venue while deplaning from Air Force One for a Sunday rally in Iowa. He told reporters he wanted to show how beautiful the site is. He initially suggested the event might happen the next day but did not provide specific details.

Hours later, the White House formally confirmed the Monday afternoon date. People familiar with the event described the speech as a closing argument regarding the midterms. Trump is also expected to highlight his renovation projects in Washington and the reopening of the Reflecting Pool.

The choice of location offers a broader national stage compared to the regional rallies that defined his recent schedule. This final appearance provides one of the last opportunities for the president to make a direct pitch to prospective voters before they head to the polls.