Foreign Policy, Prices, and the 2026 Midterm Campaign

A panel discusses how foreign policy decisions and trade disputes may shape voter concerns and campaign messaging ahead of the 2026 midterms. The conversation connects the war in Ukraine and Iran, fuel prices, tariffs on Canada, and campaign spending to races in several states.

- 00:00 — Ukraine policy, public opinion, and the potential connection between the conflict and fuel prices
- 02:00 — Iran, the cost of living, and how Democrats are linking foreign policy to voters’ economic concerns
- 03:30 — China, Canada tariffs, and the political effects of trade relationships
- 06:30 — Candidates distancing themselves from Washington and campaign money in Iowa, Maine, and Michigan

For viewers following U.S. elections, the discussion offers examples of how candidates and voters connect international policy with everyday costs and local economies. Use these themes as a guide when tracking candidate positions and campaign debates; the conversation does not provide a detailed account of the conflicts or a comprehensive comparison of policy proposals.