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Trump Overhauls Economic Message Amid Midterm Challenges

2/19/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump has support from several congressional Republicans for an overhaul of his economic message ahead of the midterm elections.
Trump plans to campaign in Georgia to emphasize his economic policies and address high prices.
Polls show 55.2% disapprove of his handling of the economy.
In interviews, Trump and Republican lawmakers including Rep. Dusty Johnson and Sen. Bill Cassidy acknowledge the need for clearer economic messaging.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has support from several congressional Republicans for an overhaul of his economic message ahead of the midterm elections.
Trump plans to campaign in Georgia to emphasize his economic policies and address high prices.
Polls show 55.2% disapprove of his handling of the economy.
In interviews, Trump and Republican lawmakers including Rep. Dusty Johnson and Sen. Bill Cassidy acknowledge the need for clearer economic messaging.