Trump Expects Blame if Republicans Lose Midterms

President Donald Trump said at a Tennessee rally that he expects to be blamed if Republicans lose control of Congress in the November midterms, while predicting he would receive little credit if they win. He urged supporters to vote and has stepped up campaign appearances to mobilize the party’s base as Republicans face the historical tendency for the president’s party to lose seats. Polling cited in the reports showed more voters disapproved than approved of Trump’s performance. He also promised adults $5,000 if Republicans retain majorities in both chambers, a proposal estimated to cost $1.3 trillion. Resistance to data centers is another emerging local issue that party leaders are watching in battleground states.