The Democratic Party is launching a series of town halls in Republican-held districts across all 50 states, branded as People's Town Halls. This initiative targets nine House Republicans in battleground areas who may be vulnerable in the 2026 midterm elections. The effort aims to engage with citizens after GOP leaders advised against in-person forums due to disruptions. This strategy seeks to underline unpopular policies from the current administration while boosting Democratic visibility in historically Republican territories. Governor Tim Walz and Senator Bernie Sanders are expected to lead some of these events, fostering voter engagement.
"If they won't talk to their own voters, then Democrats will. That's why we'll be hosting People's Town Halls in all 50 states across the country, starting now with vulnerable G.O.P.-held target districts."
"The incursions into Republican territory come as the Democratic Party tries to find its political footing after a turbulent first 50 days of President Trump's second term..."
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