Overview
- In a Wall Street Journal interview reported by Reuters, President Trump said he could not say whether Republicans will retain the House in next year’s midterms.
- He added, “I can’t tell you… I don’t know when all of this money is going to kick in,” referring to the timing of his economic policies.
- The administration recently rolled back tariffs on more than 200 food items following public concern over high grocery prices.
- A Reuters/Ipsos survey shows Trump at 41% overall approval and 31% approval on handling the cost of living.
- Democrats have notched recent wins in Virginia, New Jersey and New York City where affordability was central, while officials say Trump plans to campaign next year to promote his economic record.