In a bid to sway Montana voters and impact the critical Senate race, former President Donald Trump will be making his way to Big Sky Country once again. Trump's visit on Friday comes as he aims to settle unfinished business from the 2018 election, where his efforts to oust incumbent Democratic Senator Jon Tester fell short.

The rally, set to take place at Montana State University, is expected to draw thousands of enthusiastic GOP supporters. Trump's presence alone could have a significant impact on the race, potentially attracting a segment of the electorate that turns out when he is on the ticket, benefiting the Republican candidate, former Navy SEAL Tim Sheehy, who has aligned himself with Trump.

The race for Montana's Senate seat has gained national attention, as Democrats struggle to maintain their slim majority in the Senate while defending more seats than their Republican counterparts. Tester, a three-term incumbent, is considered among the most vulnerable Democratic senators, and his ability to win largely hinges on attracting Trump supporters who would need to vote a split ticket in his favor.

Trump's interest in ousting Tester goes back to 2018 when the senator, as chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs, revealed misconduct by Trump's personal physician, Ronny Jackson, which led to Jackson's nomination sinking. In response, Trump campaigned for Republican Matt Rosendale, who ultimately lost the race. Tester has since tried to distance himself from national Democrats, highlighting legislation he sponsored that Trump signed into law and rolling out endorsements from Republicans, including former Montana Gov. Marc Racicot.

While Sheehy's campaign has been outpaced in fundraising, outside groups supporting him have helped bridge the gap, resulting in a race that is primed to exceed $200 million in spending as campaign advertisements inundate Montana's airwaves.

The outcome of the Montana Senate race holds significant implications for the control of the Senate, and with Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris gaining momentum in national polls, the pressure is on for Tester to navigate a challenging political landscape while balancing the demands of a state that tends to vote for the person over the party.

As Trump delivers his speech in Montana, it remains to be seen how his influence will play out in this crucial race. For now, supporters and political analysts alike eagerly await the outcome, aware that the results could have far-reaching consequences for the political landscape in the United States.