Summary
Republicans face rising fears of a 2026 midterms backlash after defeats in key races, with some blaming Trump’s tariffs and Elon Musk’s influence.
Trump announced sweeping new trade levies Wednesday, alarming GOP strategists who warn of higher prices and economic risks.
Vulnerable Republicans urge a return to economic messaging, citing concerns the party is overreaching. Democrats are leveraging Musk’s unpopularity, linking him to GOP policies.
The GOP remains divided over how to respond.
I’m reading that in a positive light: abolish political parties (i.e. no more magic ‘R’ for the mouth-breathers to look for).
Everyone (sane, insane, benevolent, evil, corrupt, etc) runs as Republican. Nice little loophole.
You mad bastard, that’s twisted genius!
Turnabout’s fair play 🤷♂️ My state-level politicians have been running as Democrats and then switching parties after they’re elected. 😠
I’ve been saying this for years now, but in the opposite direction… everyone register Republican. If everyone is a “Republican,” who do they purge? Not their voters!