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Multiple Obstacles Standing Between Donald Trump and His Reelection Dreams

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Multiple Obstacles Standing Between Donald Trump and His Reelection Dreams

Multiple Obstacles Standing Between Donald Trump and His Reelection Dreams

Multiple Obstacles Standing , Between Donald Trump , and His Reelection Dreams. 'Newsweek' reports that Donald Trump is expected to confirm his 2024 reelection plans in a "special announcement" on November 15.

Trump has been hinting at the reelection plan since leaving office nearly two years ago.

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'Newsweek' reports that there are still a number of obstacles standing in the way of the former president's reelection dreams. Ongoing Investigations, Trump is currently facing a special grand jury investigation in Georgia, a Trump Organization criminal tax fraud trial and a criminal investigation into the events of January 6.

Ongoing Investigations, Trump is currently facing a special grand jury investigation in Georgia, a Trump Organization criminal tax fraud trial and a criminal investigation into the events of January 6.

Ron DeSantis, After many Trump-endorsed candidates lost midterm races across the country, some outlets have stated that the Florida Governor may lead the GOP in 2024.

Dwindling Pulling Power, The lackluster midterm results have lead to questions as to whether Trump still has what it takes to win a popular vote.

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He has lost the popular vote twice already, he is likely to do so again, especially if the Democrats are able to keep up the momentum on issues like abortion.

, Matt Qvortrup, Professor of political science and international relations at Coventry University, via Newsweek.

Unrest in the GOP, Fox reports that many moderate Republicans blame Trump for the GOP's disappointing midterm results, failing to gain control of either the House or the Senate.

By announcing early, Trump is attempting to reestablish his influence and potentially clear the field of competitors, Joshua Scacco, Associate professor and associate chair of the Department of Communication at the University of South Florida, via Newsweek


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John Cornyn Wants to Be the Senate’s Next GOP Leader [Video]

John Cornyn Wants to Be the Senate’s Next GOP Leader

John Cornyn Wants to Be , the Senate’s Next GOP Leader. On Feb. 28, Mitch McConnell announced that he is stepping down as Senate Minority Leader. The next day, Sen. Cornyn threw hit hat into the ring to succeed McConnell, 'The Hill' reports. . I am asking my Republican colleagues to give me the opportunity to succeed Leader McConnell, Sen. John Cornyn, via statement. Throughout my time I’ve built a track record of listening to colleagues and seeking consensus, while leading the fight to stop bad policies that are harmful to our nation and the Conservative cause, Sen. John Cornyn, via statement. The Republican from Texas went on to call the Senate "broken" and said he could perform a "major role" in fixing it. . From experience, I have learned what works in the Senate and what does not, and I am confident Senate Republicans can restore our institution to the essential role it serves in our constitutional republic, Sen. John Cornyn, via statement. We will improve communication, increase transparency, and ensure inclusion of every Member’s expertise and opinion. , Sen. John Cornyn, via statement. We will restore the important role of Senate committees and reestablish the regular appropriations process, rather than lurch from one crisis to another, Sen. John Cornyn, via statement. While Cornyn is the first candidate to announce an official bid for the position, . other senators that are expected to make a run for leader include John Thune and John Barrasso, 'The Hill' reports. . other senators that are expected to make a run for leader include John Thune and John Barrasso, 'The Hill' reports.

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