Trump's Iran war and tariffs raised living costs, eroding trust in his leadership and helping Republicans lose Congress.
When ‘America First’ foreign policy became an electoral liability for Republicans
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Trump’s foreign policy, notably the Iran war and trade tariffs, raised domestic costs and eroded voter confidence, contributing to Republican losses in the 2026 midterms.
- The Iran conflict began in February, raising fuel prices by 34.2% in September.
- Tariffs increased imported goods costs, affecting household finances.
- Economic dissatisfaction linked to foreign policy decisions weakened Republican appeal.
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