October 12, 2022 8:45am EDT
Biden to visit Oregon as blue state becomes 'battleground,' could elect first GOP gov in 40 years
Biden will be appearing alongside Democratic candidate Tina Kotek on the campaign trail
By Ronn Blitzer | Fox News
The state of Oregon could potentially elect a Republican governor for the first time in 40 years, but President Biden will be trying to make sure this does not happen as he heads to the Beaver State later this week.
Biden will be joining Democrat Tina Kotek on the campaign trail as she tries to fend off Republican Christine Drazan and unaffiliated Betsy Johnson. Kotek and Drazan appear to be neck and neck, prompting Biden to enter the fray with his visit Friday and Saturday.
"He reached out to us. You know, he’s very excited about mobilizing Democrats," Kotek told local KATU. "He knows how important this election is across the country. We’re excited he’s coming and look forward to seeing him again."
While many Democrats have chosen not to appear with Biden – whose approval ratings have lagged – Kotek appears enthusiastic about having him by her side.
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