With three weeks remaining before the 2026 midterm elections, some Republican candidates in competitive races are highlighting areas where they differ from President Donald Trump, according to Fox News. The report frames the moves as an effort to appeal to voters in their districts while retaining support from the party’s base.
The candidates cited include Reps. Jen Kiggans of Virginia and Mike Lawler of New York, whose campaign advertisements emphasize bipartisanship or past disagreements with Trump. The report also describes differences over data-center development and U.S. involvement in the Iran war. Former Rep. Mike Rogers of Michigan and Sen. John Husted of Ohio were among Republicans quoted as favoring limits or local input on data-center decisions.
Several lawmakers have also opposed or questioned aspects of the Iran operation, the article says, including votes on war-powers measures. Rep. Max Miller of Ohio said in a podcast appearance, as quoted by Fox, that the United States should leave the conflict quickly. The report also notes pushback from some Republicans over Trump’s plan to import foreign beef, including a bill introduced by Rep. Zach Nunn of Iowa to suspend the plan while the government develops a strategy to increase domestic cattle numbers.
Republican National Committee spokeswoman Natalie Baldessarre said the party remains united behind Trump’s agenda, while acknowledging that candidates will run campaigns tailored to their districts. A White House spokesperson likewise described Trump as the party’s leader and argued his policies benefit voters.
The article also includes allegations of domestic abuse involving Rep. Max Miller, attributed to his ex-wife and former father-in-law, but does not provide details or independently substantiate them. Those claims are not assessed here.
