TEXAS CAMPAIGN STOP: TRUMP DEFENDS IRAN WAR AND TARIFFS

During campaign appearances in Corpus Christi and Lubbock, President Trump defended his administration’s approach to Iran and tariffs.

The president said his policies had strengthened the country and urged support for Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton. Democratic nominee James Talarico challenged the administration on grocery and gasoline costs. The competing arguments show how national decisions on trade and military policy are shaping a Texas Senate contest.

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