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Republicans Avoid Trump in Ads | Yakima News
In a surprising twist as midterms heat up, Republicans are quietly avoiding direct mentions of Trump in ads—spending less than 1% on his name—while Democrats aggressively weaponize him as a central theme. GOP strategists see him as a risky messenger, focusing instead on attacking opponents and highlighting policy wins. Meanwhile, some GOP candidates defy the trend, leaning into Trump’s support to energize their base. Despite Trump’s full-throttle campaign rallies, TV ads reveal a stark divide: Democrats are making him the villain, while Republicans stay mostly silent—except for a few who’re…
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