Trump political director on midterm outlook: ‘It’s way too soon to declare defeat’
Summary
President Donald Trump’s political director, James Blair, said on Wednesday that the Republican Party still expects to win in the upcoming midterm elections. He made these remarks despite lower public approval of the economy and a recent Republican setback in Virginia related to election district changes.Key Facts
- James Blair is the political director for President Trump.
- He spoke about the GOP’s chances in the midterm elections.
- Blair acknowledged the history of midterms can be challenging for the ruling party.
- He said it is too early to say the Republicans will lose.
- Recent economic approval ratings for the government have decreased.
- Republicans recently lost a vote about changing election districts in Virginia.
- Blair shared these views during an interview with CNN’s Dana Bash.
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