Summary
Former Ohio Governor John Kasich stated that Republicans may lose control of the U.S. House of Representatives in the 2026 midterm elections because voters are worried about high costs. Kasich said that voters are unhappy with the current state of the economy under President Donald Trump.
Key Facts
- John Kasich is a former Republican governor from Ohio.
- Kasich mentioned that affordability issues could lead to Republicans losing the House in 2026.
- President Trump has expressed differing views on affordability in recent weeks.
- Trump blamed the Biden administration for inflation issues he says he inherited.
- Kasich promotes a plan for a balanced federal budget to regain economic focus.
- Recent elections showed Democrats winning by focusing on economic issues.
- President Trump’s approval ratings have decreased to 36% during his second term.
- The Republican base still largely supports Trump, with 84% approval among Republicans.
