PoliticsUnited States of America
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With the 2026 US midterm approaching and US President Donald Trump’s approval rating at a record low, some Republican candidates in competitive races are quietly keeping their distance. His endorsement can still help decide a primary election to pick candidates. But in a general election, Trump could cost the Republican votes from moderates and swing voters. DW talks to Republican strategist Barret Marson about how some candidates are subtly criticizing Trump’s policies, which are driving up inflation and perpetuating unpopular wars. And Nicolas Veron from the Peterson Institute discusses how Republicans have failed to find an alternative strategy.
