Trump escalates anti-Muslim rhetoric before midterms
Topics: 2026 Midterm Elections
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- Axios reports: “President Trump has increasingly singled out Muslim politicians and communities in a bid to rally his base in the final push before election day.Why it matters: Trump's comments could energize some…”
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