US Midterms 2026: Will affordability decide America’s 2026 Midterms? | This Is America

Al Jazeera English5 hours ago26:06

Affordability has emerged as a defining issue in the 2026 US midterm elections, with nearly half of voters naming the cost of living as their top priority. An issue that was expected to be one of President Donald Trump's strongest political assets has instead become a growing challenge for Republicans as voters focus on household expenses and economic pressures. With the midterms approaching, concerns over everyday costs are shaping the political debate and putting the Trump administration's economic record under scrutiny. Presenter: Anna Burns-Francis Guests: John Feehery: Republican and Political Communications Strategist Eric Ham: Political Analyst & Former Congressional Staffer Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile #ThisIsAmerica #Affordability #CostOfLiving #Midterms2026 #Inflation #Groceries #Housing #Healthcare #Economy #Washington #Congress #AlJazeeraEnglish

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