GOP Candidates Must Defend Trump and Defeat Radicals in Iran to Avoid Midterm Wipeout

GOP candidates must make the case for the battle with Iran and demand victory to avoid a predicted midterm election wipeout in House and Senate races. The administration approaches a 60-day war powers deadline that could force President Trump to begin winding down the Middle East conflict. Failure to secure a decisive victory in Iran risks a significant electoral backlash for the party.