Overview

• Trump reportedly called Milwaukee 'horrible' during a meeting with GOP lawmakers.
• Republican officials offered conflicting explanations or outright denials of Trump's remarks.
• Experts warn the comments could alienate undecided and centrist voters in the key battleground state.
• Milwaukee officials and residents, including the mayor, criticized Trump's characterization of the city.
• Polls show a tight race in Wisconsin, with Trump and Biden nearly tied among likely voters.