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Some Republicans in key races break with Trump over tariffs

Republican candidates in competitive races are distancing themselves from the president's trade policy as the midterms near, with voters' everyday prices at stake; ballots, meet receipts.

On air: Hank Ledger, Vera Bullock and Kenji Moonfield on BBN This Morning
Published 8:15 AM ET, Thursday, October 15, 2026

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First reported by NBC News: “Some Republicans in key races break with Trump over tariffs”.
Covered on BBN on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 8:15 AM ET on BBN This Morning, by Hank Ledger, Vera Bullock and Kenji Moonfield.
Topics: Republicans, Trump.
BBN covered this story before: Trump's Russia moves rattle Republicans before midterms (October 14).

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NBC NewsSome Republicans in key races break with Trump over tariffs

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Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorWelcome back, and a new split in the party this morning: some Republicans in competitive House and Senate races are breaking with President Trump over tariffs.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorAnd it matters at the checkout, because tariffs mean higher prices on things people buy every week, so candidates in tight races suddenly want some distance.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorNBC News reports the tension is showing up as the midterms get closer, with voters in those districts watching their own prices.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentSo they're going on the record against the price of stuff. Bold stance, like being against Mondays.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorMondays have a fan base.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorNot in a swing district, they don't.

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