Trump Woos Suburbs With SALT

Donald Trump just took his retail politics to Rockland County, New York, pitching tax cuts and relief from the SALT deduction cap in a district President Harris barely won—but where GOP Rep. Mike Lawler held on by over 6 points. It’s a high-stakes gamble: Trump’s presence could rally his base for tough swing races, but with 70% of local independents unhappy with his economic record, it’s a risky way to juice turnout. The fact that Trump cut his own family plans short for a DC return drives home how seriously he’s taking control of the House.

But here’s the catch: while Trump’s making waves at home, he’s also nudging foreign policy norms. He’s considering a direct call with Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te about a $14 billion arms deal—a conversation that would break decades of U.S.-China protocol. Beijing isn’t taking it lightly, signaling they could stall key Pentagon visits and commercial deals. With big business hanging in the balance, this move could unsettle markets and shift the dynamics from Washington to Taipei to Beijing.

Based on reporting and analysis from Inside Elections, Cook Political Report, and Quinnipiac, plus updates on the ground in Kansas and China—don’t miss how these big moves could reshape both the campaign trail and global diplomacy.

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