Princeton politics lecturer Lauren Wright weighs in on the influence of President Biden and former President Trump on key Senate campaigns, including the heated exchange sparked by Sen. Jon Tester's vehement response to the NRSC's attack on his Prius ownership.
Princeton politics lecturer Lauren Wright joined 'Fox News Live' to shed light on the impact of President Biden and former President Trump on crucial Senate campaigns. This impact has been particularly evident in the heated exchange surrounding Sen. Jon Tester's response to the NRSC's criticism of his Prius ownership.
The NRSC's press release titled "BOMBSHELL: Jon Tester drives a Prius" prompted a fiery response from the Montana farmer, who labeled those behind the headline as "a bunch of jacka--es." Tester went on to list the various other vehicles he owns, including an '86 Chevy, 2018 GMC, 2018 Honda Ridgeline, Celica, Peterbilt, 67 International truck, 96 International truck, and 78 GMC.
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Tester emphasized that he planned to spend $10,000 on diesel to fuel his bulk tanks for planting crops. The NRSC's communications director, Mike Berg, shared footage of Tester entering his red Prius along with a screenshot of a Washington Post article wherein Tester acknowledged purchasing a used Prius for use in Washington, D.C.
Tester's defense of driving a Prius ignited further attacks on social media, leading his communications director, Monica Robinson, to respond on Twitter. She pointed out that the NRSC's attack on Tester for restoring old cars with his son demonstrated a lack of understanding of Montanans' interests.
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NRSC spokesperson Maggie Abboud suggested that Tester's response revealed his disconnect from his constituents. She stated that there were few dirt farmers in Montana who drove Priuses, indicating that Tester had become detached from their values.
Berg labeled Tester as "very mad" and reiterated the "multimillionaire swamp creature" attack line on his Twitter account. Fox News Digital reached out to Tester for comment.
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The tumultuous exchange between Tester and the NRSC highlights the sensitivity of Senate campaigns to issues that resonate with voters. Whether these campaigns focus on the economy, healthcare, or cultural issues, they often reflect the broader political landscape and the influence of key figures like President Biden and former President Trump.
As the midterm elections approach, it remains to be seen how these influential figures will continue to shape the political discourse and the outcomes of key Senate races.
