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Republican candidates in tight races distance themselves from Trump, Iran war ahead of midterms
Some Republican candidates in competitive midterm contests are pushing for the Trump administration to wind down the war with Iran and focus
Rural America · September 23, 2026
Some Republican candidates in competitive midterm contests are pushing for the Trump administration to wind down the war with Iran and focus more on Americans struggling with affordability. CBS News political reporter Zak Hudak joins to discuss.
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