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Republicans return to tough-on-crime message ahead of difficult midterm elections

Republicans are focusing on crime and public disorder in midterm election campaigns, as voters grow frustrated with their handling of the cost of living and the war with Iran

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ABC News· Oct 6, 6:57 AMRepublicans return to tough-on-crime message ahead of difficult midterm elections
PBS NewsHour· Oct 6, 7:52 PMRepublicans focus on tough-on-crime message before difficult midterm elections

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