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Trump's Foreign Policy Becomes a Midterm Liability as Costs Rise
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President Donald Trump's foreign policy, including the war in Iran and tariffs, is becoming a significant liability in the upcoming U.S. midterm elections as it drives up costs for Americans. A Reuters/Ipsos poll shows 78% of Americans blame Trump's policies for rising prices, impacting their vote. While economic issues typically dominate midterms, Trump's international actions are now directly affecting household budgets, potentially costing Republicans control of Congress.
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- Trump's foreign policy and related wars and tariffs are making costs rise for Americans.
- 78% of Americans blame Trump's policies for rising prices outpacing earnings, a Reuters/Ipsos poll found.
- The Iran war and tariffs are directly impacting voters' pocketbooks, threatening Republican control of Congress.
- Some Republican candidates are distancing themselves from President Trump on foreign policy issues.
- Iran is reportedly trying to keep oil prices high and hurt Trump in the midterms.
- Democrats are projected to gain control of the House of Representatives in the midterms.
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