Trump veers off-topic during speech in New York that was supposed to be on the economy
The White House says the tax law raised New York refunds to more than $3,800 on average as Trump seeks to boost GOP candidates in battleground districts.
- President Donald Trump visited a competitive New York congressional district to promote his new tax law alongside Rep. Mike Lawler, highlighting expanded SALT deductions and other tax relief measures.
- During the event, Trump also veered into off-topic political remarks unrelated to the economy, including broader campaign-style attacks and commentary on national issues.
- The appearance comes as Republicans defend the tax package as economic relief while polls show ongoing voter concerns about inflation, fuel prices, and Trump’s handling of the economy.
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Trump veers off-topic during speech in New York that was supposed to be on the economy - The Boston Globe
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Trump veers off-topic during speech in New York that was supposed to be on the economy
President Donald Trump has begun testing his midterm message, focusing on the economy. But in New York, he quickly veered off-topic, discussing voter ID, crime and transgender women in sports.
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