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McEnany Warns Republicans of Tough Midterms Amid Job Growth

4/5/2026

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Kayleigh McEnany, former White House press secretary, says Republicans will face a difficult midterm, citing March jobs data of 178,000 new jobs and a 4.3% unemployment rate.
McEnany cited a Gallup poll indicating voters are less concerned about the economy and crime.
McEnany notes that midterms are historically tough for the governing party.
U.S. President Donald Trump advocates for the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, which faces Senate obstacles.

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Kayleigh McEnany, former White House press secretary, says Republicans will face a difficult midterm, citing March jobs data of 178,000 new jobs and a 4.3% unemployment rate.
McEnany cited a Gallup poll indicating voters are less concerned about the economy and crime.
McEnany notes that midterms are historically tough for the governing party.
U.S. President Donald Trump advocates for the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, which faces Senate obstacles.