In early October, Donald Trump and his allies significantly shifted their campaign strategy, directing about a third of their broadcast TV ad spending towards transgender health care issues, attacking Kamala Harris for her past support of taxpayer-funded gender transition surgeries. Meanwhile, Harris and her supporters focused on tax-related ads, showcasing her policies aimed at working and middle-class families while criticizing Trump's tax cuts for corporations. On October 18, Trump embarked on a high-profile campaign trip across southeastern Michigan, visiting multiple cities in a crucial swing state just weeks before the election. During a rally in Detroit, he faced microphone issues, which he addressed after they were resolved. This shift in advertising tactics highlights the evolving narratives as both campaigns prepare for the upcoming election on November 5. Trump's recent ad strategies and public appearances reflect a tactical response to the Democratic campaign's focus on taxation and other issues.