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Trump and Republicans return to communist attacks against Democrats ahead of the midterm elections
By Steven Sloan, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 2, 2026
· 6 min read
President Donald Trump and his fellow Republicans are reviving a line of attack against Democrats heading into the midterm elections: They're communists. In just the past week, Trump has issued dark warnings that members of the Democratic Party's ascendant left are communists who want to “complet...
Key takeaway In just the past week, Trump has issued dark warnings that members of the Democratic Party's ascendant left are communists who want to “completely destroy the traditional American way of life" and even engage in assassinations.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
In Terrell Hills , where residents value their traditional way of life, the Republican strategy to label Democrats as communists may resonate with some voters. However, it's worth noting that the city's affluent demographic may not be as swayed by warnings of socialism, given their relatively high standard of living. The local economy, driven by small businesses and professionals, may be more concerned with issues like taxation and regulation, which could be affected by the Democratic Party's leftward shift. As the midterm elections approach, it will be interesting to see how Terrell Hills voters respond to the Republican messaging, and whether the Democrats can effectively counter with their own vision for the city's future. The outcome could have implications for local representation in Congress, where Republicans are fighting to maintain their slim majorities.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 6 min
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