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A review of 62 competitive congressional races found many Republican candidates emphasizing policy differences or reducing visible ties to the president.
Published October 7, 2026 · Campaign review published October 7
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A review of 62 competitive congressional races found many Republican candidates emphasizing policy differences or reducing visible ties to the president.
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A review of 62 competitive congressional races found many Republican candidates emphasizing policy differences or reducing visible ties to the president.
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