Unpacking President Trump's Iowa Rally: A Kickoff to the 2026 Midterm Elections and Its Key Messages President Trump's January 27, 2026, rally in Clive, Iowa, marked the start of his push for the midterm elections, drawing over 5,000 attendees. He emphasized the need to retain Republican majorities in Congress to protect policies like tax cuts and border security, warning that losses could halt progress. Historically, the president's party has lost an average of 28 House seats and 4 Senate seats