Trump tells fans to visit polling stations at rally that flouted health advice

People cheer as Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in North Carolina (AP/Evan Vucci)

US President Donald Trump has encouraged his supporters to visit polling stations after sending in their ballot in November’s presidential election.

Addressing a rally in North Carolina on Tuesday, Mr Trump told his audience: “Make sure you send the ballot in and then go to your polling place and make sure it counts.”