{
  "id": 14526208,
  "title": "'Trust the process': Republicans struggle for closing argument before midterms",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/trust-the-process-republicans-struggle-for-closing-argument-before",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-14T19:54:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/opinion/comment/2026/10/14/trump-midterm-trust-the-process/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Republican strategists are struggling to find a strong closing argument ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, as President Donald Trump's campaign promises seem to have become liabilities. Trump campaigned on lowering energy prices and inflation, ending \"forever\" wars, putting America first, and cracking down on immigration. However, soaring fuel costs, a perceived \"Golden Age\" of inflation, and the ongoing war in Iran have made his promises look less appealing. Trump's signature achievement of reducing illegal immigration has also become a liability, as voters react negatively to mass round-ups and killings by federal officers. Additionally, a diesel purchase deal with Russia has raised concerns about financing the war in Ukraine. The White House's latest strategy is to encourage voters to \"trust the process,\" claiming that everything will work out. However, with Trump's approval rating at a low of 30%, recent polls suggest that voters are looking for tangible results, not just empty promises. The Republican Party's messaging, which focuses on cultural issues like \"men in women's sports\" and an \"open border,\" may not resonate with voters concerned about the economy and the cost of living. With many Republicans distancing themselves from Trump and the party, the midterm elections could result in a significant loss for the GOP, with Trump's strategy of \"trust the process\" appearing to be a poor substitute for concrete solutions.",
  "summary": "Times are tough for Republican strategists. With the November 3 midterm elections looming, they are desperately seeking a closing argument that explains why Americans should give US President Donald Trump and his party another two years in charge of Congress. In 2024, Mr Trump campaigned on lowering energy prices and inflation, ending “forever” wars, putting America first and clamping down on…",
  "key_points": [
    "Republicans struggle to find strong closing argument for midterms",
    "Trump's campaign promises now seen as liabilities",
    "White House urges voters to 'trust the process'"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "'Trust the process': Republicans struggle for closing argument before midterms",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/trust-the-process-republicans-struggle-for-closing-argument-before-14526786",
        "published": "2026-10-14T19:54:33.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}