Sen. Kennedy urges Trump to focus on affordability, address nation on Iran ahead of midterm elections

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Senator John Kennedy advises President Trump to prioritize affordability and the cost of living for the upcoming midterm elections.
Kennedy suggests Trump should give a nationwide address or have officials explain the reasons for intervention in Iran, the progress, and the exit strategy.
He notes that voters are worried about the cost of living and Iran, seeing the two as linked.
Kennedy believes Iran's offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is not serious and supports continuing sanctions and blockades.
He advocates for finding a solution to open the Strait of Hormuz or escalating action, but not by sending troops.
Kennedy opposes using public funds for political ad campaigns featuring elected officials.
He also supports a rule preventing buildings from being named after living politicians, referencing the Kennedy Center naming controversy.

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