President Trump touches on Iran war, US economy and endorses candidate during Kentucky stop
By Addie Meiners
Published on March 12, 2026.
President Donald Trump made a stop in Hebron, Kentucky, where he addressed the economy and the Iran war. He also endorsed a Shelby County native for Congress. The president highlighted the benefits of the economy, highlighting the $2 billion investment Apple brought to central Kentucky and the $3 billion investment Ford has put into the Louisville Assembly Plant. While some supporters were interested in local congressional candidates, others were more interested in what local officials had to say. For Cincinnati resident Ehsan Moghbelli, the comments came close to home as he lost two family members in the conflict. Edrein, the candidate running for Congressional District in the 4th Congressional District, was also mentioned.
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