Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to campaign in Kansas, a state that has reliably voted Republican in recent presidential elections.
His visit targets a competitive congressional district rather than the statewide ticket, according to campaign officials.
Kansas contains a handful of swing seats that could determine control of the U.S. House in the midterms.
National Republicans see the district as a defensive priority despite the state’s overall red lean.
The trip reflects a broader strategy of deploying high-profile surrogates to tighten races in unexpected places.
Democrats have made inroads in suburban Kansas counties, narrowing margins in recent cycles.
Vance’s appearance aims to boost turnout and fundraising for the local Republican candidate.
