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Political Polls and Midterm Threats

Updated 2026-05-04 21:05 UTC 1 source Negative

President Trump's high disapproval rating is raising concerns for the Republican Party ahead of the midterms. A recent poll shows 62% of Americans now disapprove of his performance, potentially jeopardizing their chances to maintain control.

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The Hill

Trump's bad polls spell trouble for GOP ahead of midterms

President Trump’s surging disapproval rating is threatening to become a liability for Republicans down ballot as the party looks to keep its fragile GOP trifecta in November. A Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll released Sunday found the president at a new high in his disapproval — 62 percent — wh

2026-05-04 20:45 UTC