Filling up one’s fuel tank, purchasing groceries and covering healthcare costs have become a defining issue in the US midterm elections of 2026. Democrats seek to use these expenses as grounds to criticise President Donald Trump and Republican politicians in Congress. The Democrats are claiming that the tariff policy, the war with Iran and government budget cuts under the president are making it difficult for American families.
According to a CNN analysis based on the AdImpact campaign advertising data, Democrats have invested heavily in linking Republican politicians to the policy decisions made by President Donald Trump.
