Republican Candidates Are Running From Trump. Will It Work?
And how midterm maps and ongoing court disputes are scrambling this election
Republican candidates are distancing themselves from former President Trump during the midterms, hoping voters see it as genuine. This shift comes as Trump's approval ratings have plummeted to their lowest point ever. Candidates are taking issue with his stances on issues like Iran and the affordability crisis. However, Trump's reputation for vengeance against those who criticize him has kept his party loyal in the past.
Still, his new political team and the unpopularity of several of his policies may be encouraging Republicans to break away from him, potentially affecting their chances in the election.
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