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Republican Approval Ratings Plunge

Updated 2026-10-18 20:10 UTC 2 sources Negative

Polls show a significant gap between MAGA and non-MAGA Republicans, with Trump's approval rating at new lows. Democrats lead by 8 to 10 points ahead of the midterms.

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The Hill
Former White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney said he expects current chief of staff Susie Wiles to leave her post after the midterm elections, but her departure would be on her own terms after reports suggested she may have lost President Trump’s confidence. “If she leaves, and I think she probab
2026-10-18 19:49 UTC
Axios
Three national polls show President Trump's approval rating hitting new lows as Democrats lead Republicans by 8 to 10 points ahead of the midterms."Why it matters: Republicans need Trump's loy
2026-10-18 19:53 UTC
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