# Trump and Dems clash on economy in closing messages

> Trump promotes Washington projects as Dems push economic message ahead of midterms.
- Title: Trump and Dems clash on economy in closing messages | Shortify
- Summary: Trump promotes Washington projects as Dems push economic message ahead of midterms. Trump claims economic success while Dems focus on cost of living amid…
- Keywords: trump, democrats, midterms, economy, reflecting pool, haley stevens, abdel elsayed, mike rogers, voting, cost of living, midwest, senate races
- Source: The Banner — https://thebanner.com/politics-power/national-politics/trump-midterms-reflecting-pool-economy-XHPGNF46MZDBPMMSU5FO43SP54
- Author: Michelle L. Price and Steve Peoples, Associated Press
- Published: 2026-11-03T01:41:47.589+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: trump, democrats, midterms, economy, reflecting pool, haley stevens, abdel elsayed, mike rogers, voting, cost of living, midwest, senate races
## Trump's final speech
President Donald Trump delivered closing remarks at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool less than 24 hours before polls opened.

> For some reason, the sitting president doesn’t win the midterms, but we gave this a very strong shot
## Election context
Democrats aim to focus on economy while Trump promotes Washington construction projects ahead of midterms.
## Midwest party fracture
Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens endorsed Mike Rogers, a Republican opponent, causing internal party tension.
## El-Sayed's response
Abdel El-Sayed emphasized voter focus over party conflict after Stevens' endorsement.

> Go vote
## Trump's economic claims
Trump claimed the economy was 'great' with the best term ever despite low approval ratings.

> We had a great first term, in terms of the economy. We had the best term ever. We had the most successful economy
## Economic approval ratings
Only 17% of U.S. adults approve of Trump's cost of living handling, 26% overall.
## Reflecting Pool renovation
Trump highlighted pool renovation challenges including algae and new grass installation.
## Voting trends
Over 57 million ballots cast in 47 states and D.C. as of Monday compared to 44.5 million in 2022.
## Midwest campaign efforts
Democrats target red states like Iowa, Ohio, Kansas and Texas for economic messaging.
## Michigan political drama
Stevens endorsed Rogers after losing primary to El-Sayed, creating coalition tension.
## Voter concerns
Voters express frustration over cost of living and Trump's Iran war impact.
## Election outcome impact
Midwest states could determine Senate control and Trump's final two years in office.
## Key takeaway

Trump claims economic success while Dems focus on cost of living amid Midwest party fractures.