Trump launches midterm campaign push in Texas and Oklahoma as Republicans face tough races

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DENTON, Texas, Oct 1 (Reuters) - US President Donald Trump began a 32-day campaign blitz on Thursday with stops in Texas and Oklahoma, aiming to bolster Republican candidates as his party fights to hold onto its slim congressional majorities in November's midterm elections.

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