Trump hits the campaign trail in Las Vegas
He plans to give a speech in Las Vegas highlighting his administration’s efforts to address the cost of living.
President Donald Trump continued his western tour on Wednesday, delivering a speech in Las Vegas focused on his administration's efforts to tackle the cost of living. The trip started on Tuesday with a Republican National Committee fundraiser in California. This visit arrives at a challenging time for the president, as he continues to navigate the contentious Iran war and faces a difficult path to victory in the upcoming midterms.
In response, the White House has increased Trump's appearances on the campaign trail, though he opted not to sign the housing bill, one of his administration's most significant steps on affordability. During his speech in Las Vegas, Trump is expected to discuss his "Working Families Tax Cuts," highlighting the contrast with Democrats, according to White House spokeswoman Liz Huston. Huston also noted that Trump will remind Nevadans that Democrats opposed those tax cuts.
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