Republican Senate candidates split on Trump as inflation fuels distance from president
Republican Senate candidates are splitting on Trump support ahead of November midterms, with Susan Collins voting against the president 137 times this Congress. Two-thirds of competitive House and Senate candidates have distanced themselves from Trump amid low approval ratings over inflation and energy prices. Meanwhile, heated debates feature personal attacks, including Michigan rivals clashing over religion and character.
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Published 16 Oct 2026, 19:09 UTC · Updated 16 Oct 2026, 19:50 UTC
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