Defense Policy in the Midterms

The Iran war is becoming part of the domestic midterm landscape as rising fuel and fertilizer prices amplify voters’ economic concerns. This POLITICO Pro analysis examines how defense policy, economic pressures and shifting voter sentiment could influence the months leading to Election Day.

What you’ll learn

• How the Iran war is intersecting with economic concerns ahead of the midterms
• Why rising gas and fertilizer prices could shape the political debate
• How voter attitudes toward the conflict are shifting as Election Day approaches

Why this matters

Midterm outcomes can quickly reshape congressional priorities and the direction of federal policy. Understanding the forces driving the election now can help policy professionals anticipate multiple scenarios, prepare stakeholders and enter the post-election landscape ready to act.

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