WG Economy: Are Republicans Losing Grip on Economic Issues as 2026 Approaches?

In his latest opinion article for Roll Call, David Winston of the Winston Group examines the shifting economic landscape for Republicans as they approach the 2026 election. With their advantage on inflation slipping and independents moving away, Winston argues that the GOP must refocus on the issues that won them the 2024 election: controlling inflation through tax cuts, reduced spending, and pro-business policies. Will Republicans regain their economic edge or continue to falter in the eyes of voters?