Trump’s Shadow Shapes the GOP Midterm Playbook

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As midterm elections approach, Republicans find themselves tethered to Donald Trump’s influence, with his campaign strategy, messaging, and spending guiding the party’s approach. A White House dinner with endangered House Republicans underscored his pledge to lead the uphill fight and his plan to visit about 35 key districts, highlighting how hard it will be for GOP lawmakers to distance themselves from him amid sagging approval ratings.
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