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Trump pivots to midterms, affordability after China summit as Iran war persists

CNBC Top Stories May 18, 2026 · 6:28 pm Read Original
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Trump pivots to midterms, affordability after China summit as Iran war persists

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Published May 18, 2026 · 6:28 pm
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