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 get what you’re saying, but I am also extremely aware of how fucking stupid the American electorate is, up to and including having all government support taken away and responding with “thank you sir, may I have another”. American conservatives are deeply stupid.
Didn’t forget the Democrats strong suit is striking out at tee ball. It should be easy to capitalize on this, but I just know they’ll totally fuck it up.
Oh yeah, absolutely.
Also, I’m totally stealing “striking out at tee ball” lmao
And on purpose. They aren’t a leftist party.
Snatching Defeat from the jaws of Victory is the Democratic brand. See 2000, 2004, 2016, 2020.