Farm country sours on Republicans
The gist
Farmers and ranchers, long a core of Trump's coalition, are voicing economic frustration ahead of the midterms.
Rural Texans' satisfaction with the economy fell to 27% from 42% a year ago.
How it unfolded
- Mar 2026Trump launched an attack on Iran, which sources link to rising fuel costs.
- Oct 4, 2026Jake Johnson, the DFL candidate for Minnesota's 1st Congressional District, held the kick-off event of his "Receipts Tour" in North Mankato, Minn.
- Oct 13, 2026The Minnesota Reformer reported on Johnson's bid against U.S. Rep. Brad Finstad in Minnesota's 1st Congressional District.