Former President Donald Trump will use this weekend to campaign in North Carolina while dealing with legal issues and preparing for a potential rematch against President Joe Biden.

Trump’s rally in Wilmington will be his first since his hush money trial began in Manhattan. He claims that the indictments against him are part of a conspiracy to prevent him from campaigning.

North Carolina is a crucial battleground state that Trump won by a small margin in 2020. Both Trump and Biden are focusing on winning this state in the upcoming election.

Trump’s campaign is facing challenges due to his ongoing legal troubles, which limit his ability to interact with voters and fundraise.

Biden’s campaign has already established a strong presence in North Carolina, hiring staff and organizing events across the state.

Trump’s campaign is also working to reach voters through rallies and events, despite the limitations imposed by his trial schedule.

In North Carolina, Trump will be joined by Republican gubernatorial nominee Mark Robinson, who Trump has endorsed. Robinson is the first Black lieutenant governor of the state.

Governor Roy Cooper, a Democrat, believes that Biden’s accomplishments will appeal to voters and help him win the state again.

Biden’s campaign has criticized the rightward shift of North Carolina Republicans, citing recent legislation such as a ban on abortions after 12 weeks of pregnancy. Despite these challenges, both campaigns are focused on winning over voters in this key battleground state.