This swing state Republican is distancing himself from Trump, but it may not save him in the midterms
Brian Fitzpatrick is seeking reelection while emphasizing his disagreements with President Trump and confronting voter concerns about his independence.
Voters in Pennsylvania’s 1st District are weighing Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick’s efforts to distance himself from President Trump against their views of the president and the economy. Democrat Bob Harvie is challenging Fitzpatrick, whose campaign has also faced scrutiny over attack ads against Harvie.
Outlets agree that Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick is seeking reelection while distancing himself from President Trump.
Left-leaning outlets stress voter frustration over Fitzpatrick’s relationship with Trump. Center outlets likewise focus on whether distancing himself will help, while also bringing voters’ views of the economy into the story.
