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Have Republicans finally reached a tipping point on Trump? | Opinion

Have Republicans finally reached a tipping point on Trump? | Opinion

Trump-endorsed candidates are scrubbing him from websites and breaking with him on Iran. His grip on the GOP is slipping, but it's not gone yet.
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An Iowa steel mill? Trump, GOP keep ignoring Americans' needs | Opinion

An Iowa steel mill? Trump, GOP keep ignoring Americans' needs | Opinion

As midterm voters face high food and gas prices, President Donald Trump trumpeted a new steel mill in Iowa. His flop sweat is showing.
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U.S. Representative Tom Tiffany Voted Against Five House Resolutions to End Iran Hostilities

U.S. Representative Tom Tiffany Voted Against Five House Resolutions to End Iran Hostilities

U.S. Representative Tom Tiffany, a Republican candidate for governor, voted against five House resolutions aimed at directing President Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from hostilities with Iran. These votes occurred on March 5 (House Concurrent Resolution 38), April 16 (House Concurrent Resolution 40), May 14 (House Concurrent Resolution 75), June 3 (House Concurrent Resolution 86), and July 23 (House Concurrent Resolution 89). Despite these votes, Tiffany stated in a May 14 podcast that it was time to 'wrap up' the conflict in Iran. He later clarified on September 22 that his 'no' votes were based on his belief that the president already possessed the authority to exit the war, rendering the resolutions unnecessary. Tiffany was not present for a September 15 war resolution vote, as he was involved in an emergency plane landing incident.
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Democrats want a blue wave. New Hampshire is Exhibit A for why that may not happen

Democrats want a blue wave. New Hampshire is Exhibit A for why that may not happen

Five weeks before Election Day, Democratic optimism is soaring
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Democrats eye Wisconsin Republican incumbent as congressional map expands in hopes of a blue wave

Democrats eye Wisconsin Republican incumbent as congressional map expands in hopes of a blue wave

As Democrats' optimism for the midterms grows, their map of potential pickups in congressional races is expanding to places like southeast Wisconsin
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Wisconsin 3rd Congressional District Debate Talks Collapse Amid Accusations Between Cooke and Van Orden Campaigns

Wisconsin 3rd Congressional District Debate Talks Collapse Amid Accusations Between Cooke and Van Orden Campaigns

Debate negotiations for Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District race have reached a deadlock, with both Democratic candidate Rebecca Cooke and incumbent Republican Rep. Derrick Van Orden's campaigns trading accusations. Cooke's campaign alleges that Rep. Van Orden is avoiding a nonpartisan debate organized by the La Crosse Chamber of Commerce, claiming he backed out of previously agreed-upon October dates in favor of partisan forums. They state that Van Orden has not held an in-person town hall with constituents since taking office and is 'running out the clock' to avoid defending his record on issues like healthcare and tax breaks for data centers. Conversely, the Van Orden campaign asserts that it is Cooke's team that is unwilling to participate, releasing audio recordings of negotiation calls to support their claim. They accuse Cooke of declining four debate invitations and fabricating reasons for the breakdown in talks. As of Monday afternoon, the Cooke campaign declared any debate between the two candi...
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We are capitalists: US Democrats push back against communist label ahead of midterms

We are capitalists: US Democrats push back against communist label ahead of midterms

By Tim Reid WASHINGTON, Sept 30 (Reuters) - Democrats in competitive midterm races are increasingly declaring themselves proud capitalists, worried that Republican accusations of socialism and communism could sway critical swing voters this November, interviews with candidates and a review of
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Americans continue to disapprove of job President Trump is doing

Americans continue to disapprove of job President Trump is doing

President Trump continues to see more Americans think he is not doing the job in the White House. Entering October, 60% of the people disappove.
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Republican redistricting in Texas and Florida may not turn out as Trump had hoped

Republican redistricting in Texas and Florida may not turn out as Trump had hoped

Eric Flores, a former federal prosecutor and Army National Guard infantry captain, is one of the Republican Party's prized recruits in this year's midterm elections
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Texas US Senate candidate Paxton said Trump hurt Republicans, New York Times says

Texas US Senate candidate Paxton said Trump hurt Republicans, New York Times says

WASHINGTON, Sept 30 (Reuters) - U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton told a group of donors that President Donald Trump's midterm convention hurt him and other Republicans running in November's elections, the New York Times reported on Wednesday, citing an audio recording of the candidate and attendees.
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Republican Tom Tiffany Criticizes Proposed Electric Rate Hike, Advocates for Reliable Energy Sources in Wisconsin

Republican Tom Tiffany Criticizes Proposed Electric Rate Hike, Advocates for Reliable Energy Sources in Wisconsin

Republican candidate for governor, Tom Tiffany, has voiced strong opposition to a proposed electric rate hike by Wisconsin Public Service. Tiffany called for a thorough examination of the utility's profit margins and asserted that the Public Service Commission is not adequately serving the public interest. He emphasized the need for reliable energy sources, specifically advocating for the continued use of nuclear power and coal. Tiffany also criticized his Democratic opponent for supporting a net-zero carbon emissions plan, arguing that such policies contribute to higher energy costs. His stance aligns with his broader pro-business policies, which have garnered him a small business endorsement. This development comes as affordability and the cost of living remain top concerns for Wisconsin voters, with both gubernatorial candidates presenting their plans to address these issues.
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Trump is turning off lifelong Republican voters the GOP needs | Opinion

Trump is turning off lifelong Republican voters the GOP needs | Opinion

I've talked to many conservatives and Republicans who expressed growing frustration with the direction of the party and leadership of President Trump.