Trump Republicans Pivot Back to Economy After Iran War Hurts Poll Numbers
Republicans are switching their campaign message back to the economy after President Trump spent months talking about an unpopular war with Iran. Trump's approval rating has dropped past 60 percent in some polls, including his lowest-ever rating on handling the economy.
Republicans are betting that a shift back to economic messaging after weeks of war in Iran will help reset the political landscape ahead of the midterm elections. President Trump is set to travel to Arizona and Nevada next week to promote economic policies.
Trump's disapproval rating has climbed past 60 percent in some surveys after focusing on the Iran conflict. A recent CNN poll found Trump's approval rating for handling the economy hitting a career low.
Republican advisers fear the president's focus on an unpopular war has lost the party three crucial months ahead of the midterms when he could have been focused on an economy that advisers had hoped would define this stretch of his presidency.
"Republicans really need a resolution to the war," said a Georgia Republican, reflecting party concerns about the message problem.
The timing coincides with Tax Day, as Republicans try to highlight economic wins and tax refunds. Party strategists hope the pivot will help them regain ground with voters who care more about gas prices and household costs than foreign conflicts.
The message change could affect your wallet and the November elections. Republicans hope talking about taxes and gas prices instead of war will help them win seats in Congress and influence economic policies that impact everyday costs.
Trump travels to Arizona and Nevada next week to promote economic policies. Watch for more economy-focused events before November midterms.
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