Obama Will Campaign in Newport News

Sen. Barack Obama of Illinois will hold a rally Saturday afternoon at Victory Landing Park in Newport News.

Obama will tout his plans to restore the economy, create jobs and cut taxes for Virginia's middle class families, according to the campaign.

Saturday's trip marks his sixth trip to the state since he secured the Democratic presidential nomination. He was in Fredericksburg last weekend.

Sen. John McCain of Arizona has held one public event in Virginia since he secured the Republican presidential nomination.