Rep. Blake Moore, R-Utah, acknowledged that high gas prices and the ongoing war in Iran have complicated Republicans' economic messaging ahead of November's midterm elections, according to KSL. Moore said he still believes Republicans have a strong chance of maintaining congressional control despite the headwinds.

The congressman, a Latter-day Saint representing Utah's 1st District, cited inflation and economic concerns as the party's central campaign themes, but noted recent foreign policy crises have shifted voters' focus and created uncertainty about economic conditions heading into the election.

Moore is seeking his third term representing northern Utah, a heavily Republican and heavily LDS district.