CNN
While embracing Trump proved to be a beneficial strategy in Republican primaries, multiple Republicans in battleground districts told CNN they try to avoid talking about Trump on the campaign trail as they seek to appeal to moderate and suburban swing voters this fall, some of whom were turned off by Trump but are unhappy with Biden’s handling of the economy.
One lawmaker said they only mention the former president when directly asked about him, another member said they try to focus on highlighting Trump’s policies and legislative achievements, and a third said they try not to get dragged into the daily Trump maelstrom.
“I don’t say his name, ever. I just avoid saying his name generally,” said one of the GOP lawmakers in a competitive race. “I talk about the policies of his that I like.”
