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Republicans warn Trump recess cancellation could cost GOP midterm seats
Fox News • • nation
Key Points:
- Republicans are concerned that President Trump's demand to cancel the August recess to pass the SAVE America Act could jeopardize GOP midterm election prospects by limiting campaign time for vulnerable incumbents.
- Some GOP senators, including Thom Tillis and John Cornyn, warn that staying in Washington to push stalled legislation may be futile and politically damaging, especially as the Senate lacks the votes to pass the bill.
- Other Republicans, particularly those in tight races like Jon Husted and Dan Sullivan, support continuing efforts to pass the SAVE America Act but acknowledge the challenge of flipping enough votes.
- The GOP remains divided on whether to cancel recess, balancing the need to connect with voters against the desire to advance Trump's legislative priorities before the midterms.
- Senators like Roger Marshall express willingness to extend Senate sessions if it might influence outcomes but recognize the risk of disappointing their base if no progress is made.
