Trump is making a rare Western trip to talk about the economy, something polls show he's weak on
President Trump is traveling to California and Nevada to discuss the economy and other issues ahead of elections. Polls suggest voters view him as weak on economic matters. He is seeking to build support for Republicans by contrasting his positions with those of Democrats.
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National story. 16 articles from 16 sources. Updated Aug 4, 2026.
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Left
5 sourcesTrump takes trip to West Coast to tout the economy, something polls show he's weak on
Ran by 14 outlets across the spectrum· The Boston Globe, Seattle Times, +2 more
Center
7 sourcesRan by 14 outlets across the spectrum· Anchorage Daily News, WTOP Washington DC, +4 more
Trump to make a rare West Coast trip to talk about the economy, something polls show he's weak on
Right
4 sourcesSame wire story as other sides. No original Right take here.
Ran by 14 outlets across the spectrum· Daily Journal, Winchester Star, +2 more
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