Democrats 'Heartened' as Republicans Pour Money into Deep Red States

President Trump continues to hit the campaign trail with four weeks to go until the midterm elections. Democrats are feeling "heartened" by the fact that Republicans are pouring money and playing defense in deep red states, a sign that the GOP is on the defensive in traditionally safe territory. NBC's Kelly O'Donnell, Sahil Kapur, Ben Kamisar, Shaquille Brewster, and Ryan Chandler join Meet the Press NOW to discuss the state of play in the battle for control of Congress. The panel analyzes recent polling, campaign spending, and key races that could determine the balance of power. They also discuss the impact of President Trump's rhetoric and policies on the midterms. The conversation provides insight into the strategies both parties are employing in the final stretch. With control of Congress at stake, the midterms will shape the remainder of Trump's presidency. The panel offers a comprehensive overview of where things stand and what to watch in the coming weeks. For more context and news coverage of the most important stories of our day, click here: https://www.nbcnews.com Every day, NBC News helps people understand what’s happening and why it matters — through fact-based repo