Republicans worry their chances of keeping Congress are slipping away. Inside the Trump campaign plan to change that

President Donald Trump has finally authorized the transfer of millions of dollars from his personal political action committee to aid vulnerable Republicans running in the November midterm elections, according to two sources familiar with the plans. Some top campaign advisers acknowledge that Republicans' chances of retaining control of both the House and Senate are dwindling, and that the cash infusion is the first major step in a final push as Election Day approaches just three months away.

The White House has not yet decided the total amount of the first tranche, though one source quoted a figure of $30 million. The financial assistance comes amid growing Republican concerns that the ongoing Iran war and high gas prices could suppress voter turnout. While some Republicans privately express cautious optimism about retaining control of Congress, President Trump is also increasing his own campaigning schedule, with plans to make at least weekly appearances at rallies in key districts.

His team first promised this move months ago, but domestic issues and the Iran conflict have delayed the rollout. Trump has recently expressed a desire to be more active in stump speeches, but advisers note that his enthusiasm for travel could wane quickly. Despite the president's recent low approval ratings, Republicans believe their electoral fate rests on mobilizing the president's devoted MAGA base, which typically does not participate in midterm elections.