Trump invokes France unrest in midterm pitch

President Donald Trump used unrest in France to argue at a Kansas rally that Democrats’ policies could bring similar turmoil to the United States if Republicans lose control of Congress in the November midterms. He blamed migrants and left-wing leaders for the violence and described the election as a defense of Western civilization, while urging voters to support Republican candidates, including Sen. Roger Marshall. The French demonstrations began over school conditions and expanded to include concerns about inflation, affordability and public services; some cities saw looting, fires and clashes with police. Trump offered no evidence for his claim that Democrats want violence or destruction in the United States, framing the unrest as a campaign warning as Republicans face competitive races and unfavorable polling.