Trump campaigns in New Mexico and Virginia as election nears

Donald Trump is campaigning in New Mexico and Virginia, states where Republicans have not won presidential elections in years. He visited Albuquerque on Thursday and plans to be in Salem, Virginia, on Saturday, diverging from key battleground states. Trump's team is optimistic about early voting numbers, believing he can compete against Democrat Kamala Harris. New Mexico has not voted Republican since 2004, while Virginia has trended Democratic in recent elections. In New Mexico, Trump aims to connect with Hispanic voters, who make up a significant portion of the electorate. Virginia has seen increased Democratic spending on ads, and local leaders suggest Trump’s visit may not change the state's political landscape.