With the clock ticking down to election day and polls hinting at shifts across Texas, candidates and political officials are planning rallies. One of those rallies will bring President Donald Trump to Lubbock. Here's what to know ahead of the event.
Why is President Donald Trump coming to Lubbock?
The rally is to drum up support for Ken Paxton's bid for the senate seat. Trump endorsed Paxton during the Republican Senate primary runoff against U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in May. Paxton is narrowly trailing behind Democrat James Talarico in most recent polls.
When will President Donald Trump be in Lubbock?
The rally will be on Tuesday, Oct. 27, with the doors opening at 2:30 p.m. Trump is expected to speak at 6 p.m., according to an update on Thursday, which followed Trump canceling his Waco stop and replacing it with a visit to Corpus Christi. Trump's
visit to Lubbock is at the same time as the community rally for Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico.
Where will the President Donald Trump rally be in Lubbock?
The rally will be at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane.
How to get tickets to Lubbock Trump Rally?
Tickets for the rally are limited to four per group, and can be registered for at https://events.gop.com/events/midterm-rally-in-lubbock-texas-president-donald-j-trump-djt47.
Will there be a protest?
Yes. A flyer from the Lubbock County Democratic Party is circulating on social media, promoting that a protest will be outside the Civic Center starting at 11 a.m. on Oct. 27. No time change is known as of 1 p.m. Thursday.
When does early voting end?
Friday, Oct. 30.
When is election day?
Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Where to vote for November midterm election in Lubbock
Visit votelubbock.gov to see a full list of voting locations, or call 806-775-1339.
Alana Edgin writes about business for the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal. Got a news tip? Contact her via email at aedgin@lubbockonline.com.
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