Advisors To Trump: Quick Open Will Help Reelection

Politico reports:

President Donald Trump and his aides aren’t just weighing coronavirus infection rates as they push for a quick economic restart. They think it’s good politics, too. Trump aides and allies say they are growing confident that an earlier restart amid the coronavirus pandemic could help the president in his reelection campaign, according to six people close to the White House or Trump campaign.

They point to emerging signs around the country. Trump-supported activists are protesting strict stay-at-home orders. Conservative groups’ internal polling in red-leaning and swing states show a significant uptick in Americans who favor reopening the country. A growing chorus of GOP lawmakers across the nation are on board. “If you don’t see something start to happen, you’re going to see a conservative revolt by our base,” said Adam Brandon, president of FreedomWorks.

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