US EditionSen. Elissa Slotkin sits down with Trump voters in Iowa while campaigning for Democrats
Slotkin questioned five Trump voters as Democrats try to win back Midwestern support and competitive House seats, officials said.
- On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin held a paid focus-group lunch with five Iowa voters, questioning them about political divisiveness and community concerns as Democrats seek to regain Midwestern support.
- Iowa swung from backing President Barack Obama in 2008 and 2012 to Republican President Donald Trump in the last three presidential elections, creating urgency for Democrats to understand voter shifts.
- Klavins, a retiree from Urbandale, received $200 for attending the session, saying Slotkin's willingness to listen made her 'a little more genuine' in his eyes.
- As a potential 2028 presidential contender, Slotkin urged Democrats to vet candidates early, while Iowa competes with Michigan for early nominating status in the altered primary calendar.
- The Senator told reporters the 'old guard' of the Democratic Party is disconnected from voters, positioning herself as part of a new generation focused on Midwestern issues.
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Sen. Elissa Slotkin sits down with Trump voters in Iowa while campaigning for Democrats
Michigan U.S. Sen. Elissa Slotkin is in Iowa to support Democratic congressional candidates and gather insights on how Democrats could win over President Donald Trump's supporters.
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