President Trump is visiting Texas, a state that is showing signs of being a battleground in the upcoming November election, despite his campaign's claims otherwise. Recent polls, including one by Morning Consult, indicate a tight race with Joe Biden slightly ahead. Trump's frequent visits and a fundraising event in Odessa suggest he is taking the threat seriously. Texas, traditionally a Republican stronghold, is facing demographic changes that challenge the party's dominance. Efforts to bolster Republican numbers have been hampered by the pandemic, as seen with the closure of the super PAC Engage Texas. Trump's handling of the coronavirus crisis has negatively impacted voter approval in Texas. The article also mentions Biden's advertising efforts and a confident stance from Trump's campaign manager, Bill Stepien, who invites the Biden campaign to invest heavily in Texas.

The article discusses the challenges faced by the Trump 2020 campaign as it adjusts to the changing political landscape. New campaign manager Bill Stepien dismisses media polls, while insiders and strategists express concerns that the tactics used against Hillary Clinton are not working on Joe Biden. The campaign is also having to defend traditionally Republican states and has made significant ad buys in states that were not expected to be competitive. Fundraising figures show Biden closing the financial gap with Trump. Despite the concerns, some Trump supporters believe that being behind in the polls could energize the President's campaign as it did in 2016. The article also mentions recent campaign efforts, including Vice President Mike Pence's visit to Wisconsin.