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Republicans target progressive Democrats in strategy shift for upcoming midterms

Axios · first seen 14.08.2026

With presidential approval low, GOP strategists are aiming to make prominent progressive figures like Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan national focal points in an effort to define the midterm choice.

  • Republicans are targeting Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan as a progressive midterm foil.
  • The GOP plans to use upcoming convention attack reels featuring figures like Abdul El-Sayed and Hasan Piker.

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