Trump tariffs spark intense uncertainty

Midterm Elections & Political Landscape - The White House is eager to shore up Republican seats due to historical trends against the party in power during midterm elections [1] - Democrats view affordability as a central issue, particularly concerning tariffs [6] - Healthcare concerns are a significant issue for voters, impacting the messaging around the Republican tax bill [9] Economic Impact of Tariffs & Trade War - Companies initially stockpiled supplies to mitigate tariff effects, but are now facing pressure to raise prices [4] - Ford Motor Company anticipates a significant revenue loss due to tariffs [5] - The Trump administration's tariffs and trade war are impacting the economy and will be a key issue in the upcoming campaigns [1] Jeffrey Epstein Investigation - The House Committee is investigating the Epstein case and has issued subpoenas to high-profile figures [11][12][13] - Republican leadership hoped the Epstein issue would fade, but Democrats are prepared to keep it in the spotlight [15][16][17] - The investigation includes subpoenas for testimony from former Presidents and Attorneys General [12][13]