Battleground Republicans break with Trump on key issues in final midterm sprint

What happened: With three weeks until Election Day, several battleground Republicans are distancing themselves from President Donald Trump, including ads from Reps. Jen Kiggans and Mike Lawler touting breaks with him. Key numbers: Three weeks until voters decide control of Congress. Why it matters: Strategist Doug Heye said the midterm distancing is not a surprise when presidents are unpopular. The RNC says the party remains united behind Trump's agenda.

With three weeks until Election Day, several battleground Republicans are distancing themselves from President Donald Trump, including ads from Reps. Jen Kiggans and Mike Lawler touting breaks with him.

Strategist Doug Heye said the midterm distancing is not a surprise when presidents are unpopular. The RNC says the party remains united behind Trump's agenda.