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Trump's aides urge him to focus on voters' worries, not war with Iran

Trump has ordered a large military buildup in the Middle East preparing for possible air strikes while advisers warn this could overshadow economic issues crucial to midterm voters.

  • Trump has ordered a buildup of forces in the Middle East and preparations for a potential air attack on Iran over its nuclear program, though advisers urge him to focus on the economy.
  • Republicans plan to campaign on individual tax cuts and lowering housing and prescription drug costs, while Trump struggles to convince Americans he is reducing inflation.
  • While Trump prefers diplomacy with Iran, he has not clearly explained to the public why he might take aggressive action against the Islamic Republic.
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WASHINGTON. – President Donald Trump has brought the U.S. to the brink of a war with Iran, even as his advisers urge him to focus more on the economic concerns of voters, highlighting the political risks of a military escalation before this year's mid-term elections.Trump has ordered a large deployment of forces in the Middle East and preparations for a possible several-week air strike against Iran. However, he has not explained in detail to the…

·Buenos Aires, Argentina
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The US President has appointed an entire armada for air raids on Iran. But what is his goal? Before the Congressional elections, the Republicans can hardly afford to involve the US in a long-term war.

·Vienna, Austria
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Trump pushes US toward war with Iran as advisers urge focus on economy

He has not explained in detail to the American public his case for an attack.

·United Kingdom
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The New Republic broke the news in on Friday, February 20, 2026.
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