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Trump Rallies Red States Amid Fears About G.O.P. Voter Enthusiasm as Midterms Near
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- President Trump is conducting a six-day campaign swing through deeply conservative states like South Carolina and Kansas to boost Republican turnout ahead of the midterm elections.
- The GOP is increasingly worried about retaining control of the House, Senate, and governorships, as traditional Republican strongholds have become competitive this cycle.
- Trump's policies on tariffs and the Iran war, which have impacted everyday costs for Americans, are seen as factors threatening Republican prospects in these areas.
- He is focusing his efforts on states with competitive Senate races and House districts he previously won convincingly, avoiding traditional battleground states where Republicans have distanced themselves from him.
- This strategy prioritizes energizing the Republican base rather than persuading moderate swing voters.
