Trump urges supporters to ‘pretend’ he’s on the ballot as he campaigns with Georgia Republicans

By: Ross Williams, Alander Rocha

Outlets: Georgia Recorder

Published: October 17, 2026

Words: 1,725

Last Updated: 20 hours, 50 minutes ago

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DALTON, Ga. – President Donald Trump returned to conservative northwest Georgia Friday, sharing a rally stage with the GOP nominee for the U.S. Senate and the Republican who hopes to serve as Georgia’s next governor – all while repeating unfounded claims that the 2020 election was rigged.

Early voting started Monday for the Nov. 3 election. About 700,000 Georgians have already cast a ballot as of Friday.

Congressman Mike Collins, …

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