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Stephanie Bice Warns Trump Unpopularity Could Cost Safe Seats

8/29/2026

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U.S. Rep. Stephanie Bice (R-Okla.) said President Donald Trump’s unpopularity is hurting the Republican Party and safe seats.
She warned Republican students at Oklahoma State University that voters may split tickets or stay home because of Trump.
Bice said the party must overcome the narrative that disliking Trump leads to voting Democrat.
The remarks were recorded Thursday evening.
The Bulwark released the remarks and obtained the audio.

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U.S. Rep. Stephanie Bice (R-Okla.) said President Donald Trump’s unpopularity is hurting the Republican Party and safe seats.
She warned Republican students at Oklahoma State University that voters may split tickets or stay home because of Trump.
Bice said the party must overcome the narrative that disliking Trump leads to voting Democrat.
The remarks were recorded Thursday evening.
The Bulwark released the remarks and obtained the audio.