Is Trump fueling a blue wave? | The Excerpt

October 27, 2026 5:00 am ·

From USA TODAY.

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President Donald Trump isn’t on the ballot, but he’s a major force in the midterms as the Senate battleground expands. USA TODAY National News Reporter Zac Anderson explains how Trump is shaping Republican strategy and why once-safe races are getting competitive.

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