Midterms Offer Possible Presidential Preview

Bloomberg: “For heavy-hitters weighing a national run, the 2026 midterms offer an ideal training ground, allowing candidates to quietly rehearse and fine-tune their retail politics and political messaging under the guise of being good party soldiers.”

“In two years the road to the White House will be open on both sides of the aisle for the first time since 2016, with no incumbent president running for re-election.”

“A host of Democrats have already begun taking steps forward, like visiting early states, pumping money into midterm candidates, hiring staff, releasing carefully timed books and appearing on Sunday talk shows. While Republicans — mindful of incurring President Donald Trump’s wrath — are being more cautious, a handful are also making discreet moves toward a bid.”