Donald Trump has rejected calls to stay away from Pittsburgh, in the wake of Saturday's synagogue shooting.

The US president is visiting the city today to campaign for next week's mid-term election.

Some members of the local Jewish community have accused Trump of promoting the hatred which led to the anti-Semitic attack.

US correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking others just want him to put the trip on hold.

"The funerals for the 11 victims from the massacre are just getting under way, but many residents would prefer if the President didn't come."

LISTEN ABOVE AS RICHARD ARNOLD SPEAKS TO MIKE HOSKING