It is common for visiting politicians to invite local politicians. But setting that aside, you have to admit that the immature way he did it is a dig and criticism of Reynolds. And as the article reports, residents of Iowa are upset. That means lost voters.
"promoting"? It is common for visiting politicians to invite local politicians.
Trump uses his rallies to announce and promote politicians that he supports.
But setting that aside, you have to admit that the immature way he did it is a dig and criticism of Reynolds.
What was the "dig"? He has publicly endorsed Reynolds in the past. Now he makes it similarly public that he has gone neutral with her.
He certainly doesn't owe her an invite and a promotional appearance at his rallies.