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By the People, for the People
Vance Pushes Trump's Economic Plan in Competitive Wisconsin District
Vice President JD Vance campaigns in a key congressional district as White House tries to protect narrow GOP House majority.
Feb. 27, 2026 at 10:05am
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Vice President JD Vance visited Plover, Wisconsin, part of a competitive congressional district, to promote President Trump's economic agenda. Democrats are targeting this district as part of their effort to regain control of the House of Representatives, hoping to capitalize on voter dissatisfaction with the economy. Vance argued that Democrats are to blame for rising prices, while the Democratic National Committee accused Vance of "gaslighting" Wisconsinites about Trump's "toxic economic agenda."
Why it matters
The Wisconsin 3rd congressional district is a key battleground that flipped from Democratic to Republican control in 2016. With a narrow GOP majority in the House at stake, the White House is working to defend this seat and other vulnerable Republican-held districts in the upcoming midterm elections.
The details
Vance visited Plover, Wisconsin, which is part of the state's 3rd congressional district. The district's incumbent Republican congressman, Derrick Van Orden, won reelection in 2024 by less than 3 points. Democrats view this district as vulnerable and are targeting it in their quest to regain control of the House. Vance argued that Democrats are responsible for rising prices that began during the Biden administration, while the DNC accused Vance of misleading voters about Trump's economic record.
- Vance visited Plover, Wisconsin on Thursday, February 27, 2026.
- The midterm elections in which this district will be contested are scheduled for November 3, 2026.
The players
JD Vance
The current Vice President of the United States, representing the Republican Party.
Derrick Van Orden
The incumbent Republican congressman representing Wisconsin's 3rd congressional district.
Donald Trump
The former President of the United States and current Republican president.
Kamala Harris
The former Democratic presidential candidate who lost to Trump in the 2024 election.
Albert Fujii
A spokesperson for the Democratic National Committee.
What they’re saying
“Hearing the Democrats talk about affordability is like hearing an arsonist complain about fire.”
— JD Vance, Vice President
“Today, JD Vance tried to gaslight Wisconsinites about Trump's toxic economic agenda that is jacking up their costs and costing them their jobs and health care.”
— Albert Fujii, Democratic National Committee Spokesperson
What’s next
The White House is expected to continue showcasing President Trump and top administration officials in competitive political areas to highlight the administration's economic agenda ahead of the November midterm elections.
The takeaway
The battle for Wisconsin's 3rd congressional district is a key part of the broader fight for control of the House of Representatives, with both parties working to sway voters on economic issues that are top of mind for many Americans.
