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The Republican candidates walking a Trump tightrope

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What happened

Some running in November's elections are deciding whether to distance themselves from an unpopular president who still dominates his party.

Key facts

  • Reported by BBC News and published Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:00:21 UTC.

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