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Trump uses stunts to divert attention from Iran War ahead of midterms

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Donald Trump is employing a strategy of creating diversions and stunts to shift public attention away from the ongoing Iran War and economic concerns as the US midterm elections approach. These tactics, which have included provocations towards Canada and proposed talks with North Korea's Kim Jong-un, are designed to control the news cycle. Analysts suggest this approach is a deliberate attempt to manage his approval ratings, which are reportedly low due to the prolonged conflict. AI

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Trump uses stunts to divert attention from Iran War ahead of midterms

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 (ET) · Agence France-Presse ·

    Trump steps up stunts as US midterms loom

    From trolling Canada about a lake to suddenly talking about Kim Jong-un, US President Donald Trump’s recent distractions speak louder than words. The former reality television star has long been known for his reliance upon a simple tactic: when you don’t like what’s being said, c…

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