Summary
Democrats responded humorously to the Republican plan of putting President Donald Trump on the campaign trail ahead of the midterms. The strategy aims to increase voter turnout by making Trump a central figure in the elections. Republicans are trying this approach after seeing poor results in recent elections.
Key Facts
- The GOP plans to feature President Donald Trump prominently in midterm elections.
- Susie Wiles, White House Chief of Staff, suggested Trump will be a "difference maker."
- A series of recent GOP election losses prompted this strategy change.
- The GOP holds a slim majority in the House and Senate, making midterm wins crucial.
- Traditionally, the party not holding the presidency performs better in midterms.
- Negative polls show Trump's approval rating is low, with only 39% approving.
- Some Democrats sarcastically praised the strategy, hoping it would backfire.
