President Donald Trump travels to Marietta, Georgia, on Wednesday afternoon to deliver remarks on affordability, aiming to spotlight his administration's economic record as voters grow increasingly anxious about rising costs. The event, scheduled for 3 p.m. EDT, comes at a critical moment with the midterm elections looming and a high-stakes Senate race in the state.
During the visit, Trump is expected to tout the recently launched child investment funds, branded as “Trump accounts,” a program designed to provide financial support for families. The initiative is part of a broader push to frame the White House's policies as pro-family and pro-growth, even as polling shows Trump's approval rating has dipped to 36 percent, with a majority disapproving of his performance.
The president will be joined by Representative Mike Collins (R-Ga.) and GOP gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson. Collins is currently running for the Senate, challenging Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff in what is shaping up to be one of the most competitive races in the country this November. Trump's presence in the state underscores the importance of Georgia's Senate seat in the fight for control of the chamber.
The rivalry between Trump and Ossoff is expected to be a subtext of the visit. Trump has intensified his rhetoric on election security and fraud claims, often targeting Ossoff and other Democrats. The president's recent attacks on election integrity have become a staple of his campaign events, and Georgia—a state where Trump narrowly lost in 2020—remains a focal point for his grievances.
Trump's economic message will also address broader concerns about inflation and household budgets. The administration has been under pressure to show progress on affordability, with critics pointing to rising prices for goods and services. The introduction of the child investment funds is part of a strategy to counter that narrative by offering tangible benefits to families.
Meanwhile, the political landscape in Georgia is heating up. Collins is positioning himself as a staunch ally of Trump, hoping to ride the president's coattails in a state that has become a battleground. Ossoff, who won his seat in a 2021 runoff, has focused on healthcare and economic issues, arguing that Trump's policies favor the wealthy over working families.
The Marietta event is one of several stops Trump has made in recent weeks to bolster Republican candidates and promote his agenda. With the midterms approaching, the president's ability to rally his base—and sway swing voters—will be tested. Watch the live video above for full coverage.
