Trump's Kentucky Visit: Economy vs. War

0:00What's up? I'm Cory, and these are your global headlines. President Donald Trump is heading to Kentucky today, March 11th, to spotlight his economic agenda just 12 days into the war with Iran. This marks his first campaign outing since the U.S. and Israeli military action began, as Republicans push him to tackle rising living costs before, the November midterms. He's speaking at events in Northern Kentucky and nearby Cincinnati, Ohio, areas that include the District of Representative Thomas Masi, a frequent, Trump critic. The White House didn't specify the location choice, but Trump has endorsed Masi's Republican primary challenger for May. Gas prices have jumped 61 cents on average nationwide and in Kentucky, compared to last month, per AAA data, partly due to the conflict. Trump dismissed concerns in a recent post, saying short-term oil spikes are a small price for ending Iran's nuclear threat, and that only fools would. Disagree, voters like one local supporter expressed frustration, saying they backed Trump to avoid endless wars, and now,

1:04side with Masi on that. Masi welcomes the visit, noting he sticks to policy differences without personal attacks. Meanwhile, Trump's pitch will highlight efforts to cut prescription drug prices, a hot issue for voters. His opponent, former Navy SEAL Ed Gowering, plans to attend, amid growing local dissatisfaction with Masi's loyalty to the president. The Daily News Now is grateful to our sponsor for today's episode. What is cooler than cool? A pillow that plays your sound? S-O-L-I-SOLYPILLOW.COM