In key swing states, Republican activists have raised concerns about the lack of door-knocking teams for Donald Trump’s campaign, as reliance on outside groups like America PAC has left many critical areas untouched. With less than 50 days until the election, reports of canvassers being absent in Michigan, North Carolina, and other battleground states have sparked doubts about the effectiveness of the operation.
While Trump’s campaign targets infrequent voters for turnout, the limited presence of canvassers has left some party officials questioning the strategy. Despite claims of canvassing efforts in Michigan and other competitive states, many activists and officials report not seeing the promised America PAC canvassers in their areas.
Trump aides defend the campaign’s approach, stating they have volunteer captains identifying potential voters and working with outside groups like America PAC. With the election expected to hinge on turnout, the pressure is on to reach these voters who stayed away in 2016 and 2020.
As the campaign adapts to new FEC guidelines allowing coordination with super PACs, the role of outside groups in ground efforts has become crucial. While Trump’s team shares responsibility with various organizations, challenges like the recent firing of a Nevada-based canvassing company raise doubts about the effectiveness of this approach.