Senator JD Vance (R-OH) has come under fire for suggesting he might fabricate stories to draw media attention to immigration issues, sparking outrage from Republican strategist Susan del Percio, who accused him of abandoning Ohio constituents during crises. In a different context, Vance emphasized the critical importance of North Carolina for the Trump campaign's chances in the upcoming election, stating it would be 'very hard' to win without securing the state. He expressed confidence in winning rural areas of North Carolina but stressed the need for voter turnout, as recent polls show a tight race against Vice President Kamala Harris, who has gained popularity since joining the Democratic ticket. With ballots set to be mailed soon, both parties are heavily focusing on this battleground state, where Harris currently leads Trump by a narrow margin. Vance’s comments reflect the heightened stakes as North Carolina could play a decisive role in the 2024 election.