Democrats target Trump over corruption and inflation in midterm campaign

As the United States approaches the November 3 midterm elections, Democrats are focusing their campaign strategy on themes of corruption, inflation, and the use of public funds.

A recent point of contention involves the interior remodeling of the White House. Following criticisms from Barack Obama regarding the aesthetic choices and perceived extravagance of the renovations, Donald Trump has defended the projects during campaign rallies.

Historian Michael Kazin of Georgetown University notes that the opposition's primary goal in midterm elections is to convince voters that the ruling party has failed to assist the citizenry. Democrats are leveraging issues such as the rising cost of living and the administration's economic policies to challenge the Republican platform.