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Vulnerable Republicans embrace risky strategy of embracing an unpopular Trump
Republicans in swing-seat House districts are embracing President Trump despite his underwater approval ratings, a move seen as risky due to potential alienation of swing voters. The strategy involves vulnerable lawmakers welcoming Trump to their districts and aligning with him as the party leader.
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