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The GOP’s 2026 Trump problem, in 2 charts | CNN Politics

There has been plenty in President Donald Trump’s second term that’s proven politically unpopular. But when it comes to what’s most significant for the upcoming midterm elections — and most problematic for Republicans trying to defend their congressional majorities — two charts tell the tale as well as anything. Both feature a remarkably steady decline for Trump’s fortunes. And both now show him worse off than ever before. The latest numbers come from new polling from CBS News and YouGov, which have frequently polled views of Trump’s handling of the economy over the last 18 months. They also come as Trump headed to Michigan, a key battleground state, on Monday to promote his economic agenda. Early in Trump’s second term, the percentage of Americans who said the administration wasn’t focused enough on lowering prices was already high. Back then, it hovered in the mid-60s, when the president seemed more focused on tariffs than kitchen table issues and inflation. But the percentage of Americans who think the administration is not focused enough on lowering prices has risen steadily since then. And now, in the first poll asking the question since the start of the Iran

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Midterm Warning Signs for Republicans and Democrats

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Midterm Warning Signs for Republicans and Democrats

With less than three months until Election Day, both parties are confronting challenges that could determine control of Congress. FOX News political analyst and Jewish Insider Editor-in-Chief Josh Kraushaar joins the…

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Aug 14, 2026·CNNT2 · Outlet report
Trump’s Kennedy Center and ballroom fixations are political malpractice for the GOP | CNN Politics

Republicans are facing a potentially ugly 2026 midterm election in less than three months. And nobody seems to be able — or perhaps even cares to try — to prevail upon President Donald Trump to mitigate the damage.…

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Aug 9, 2026·Fox NewsT2 · Outlet report
'Outsider' House primary winner sets sights on flipping longtime GOP seat back from Dems: 'Ready for a change'

Republican House nominee Terri DeBoer told Fox News Digital why she believes Michigan voters are ready for new representation in Michigan’s 3rd Congressional District. WARREN, MIch. – Fresh off her Republican primary…

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Aug 7, 2026·CNNT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Trump distances himself from voter frustration with GOP: ‘They’re not angry at me’ | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump distanced himself from voters’ ire with Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, telling Punchbowl News in an interview released Friday he thinks voters are angry with the party more…

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Aug 7, 2026·CNNT2 · Outlet report
The midterms are taking shape. So are the problems - for both parties | CNN Politics

After a major primary day this week in Michigan and other states, the battle for the House and Senate in the 2026 midterms has largely taken shape. And increasingly … it’s complicated. Elections are always messier the…

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Aug 5, 2026·Fox NewsT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Republican who reportedly dropped out defeats Trump's pick in key swing-district primary

FOX Business anchor David Asman and Fox News contributor Karl Rove discuss Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate primary between Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens as President Donald Trump delivers remarks at General…

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Trump-backed candidate lands GOP nod, setting up high-stakes governor showdown

Michigan gubernatorial candidate Rep. John James, R-Mich., discusses the race ahead of the GOP primary and the influence of democratic socialists on 'Fox News Live.' President Donald Trump's kingmaker status in…

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Trump-backed Bronze Star veteran secures party nod in must-win district

Captain Mike Bouchard, candidate for Michigan's 10th Congressional District, spoke to Fox News Digital ahead of Veteran's Day. Bronze Star veteran and Republican congressional candidate Michael Bouchard won a GOP…

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The Democrats have one last chance to halt the erosion of US democracy – and it’s less than 100 days away | Timothy Garton Ash

American democrats need a Hungarian-style landslide to overwhelm Trump’s attempts to rig November’s midterm elections In these days of extreme weather events, it seems odd to say that the US needs a big landslide. But a…

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Eggs are cheaper than when Trump took office. ‘Everything else’? Absolutely not | CNN Politics

Eggs have gotten much cheaper since President Donald Trump returned to office in January 2025. But “everything else” too, as Trump claimed on Monday? Absolutely not. Far more prices have gone up since his second…

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Jul 30, 2026·The GuardianT2 · Outlet report
Let them eat SUVs: Trump White House orders fleet of luxury cars as Americans struggle

Americans are facing a deepening affordability crisis but at least Trump and co have ... 250 new Cadillac Escalades This was originally published in This Week in Trumpland. Sign up to receive it in your inbox every…

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The GOP’s 2026 Trump problem, in 2 charts | CNN Politics

There has been plenty in President Donald Trump’s second term that’s proven politically unpopular. But when it comes to what’s most significant for the upcoming midterm elections — and most problematic for Republicans…

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T2 · Outlet reportFox NewsAug 17, 2026

With less than three months until Election Day, both parties are confronting challenges that could determine control of Congress. FOX News political analyst and Jewish Insider Editor-in-Chief Josh Kraushaar joins the Rundown to break down…

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T2 · Outlet reportCNNAug 14, 2026

Republicans are facing a potentially ugly 2026 midterm election in less than three months. And nobody seems to be able — or perhaps even cares to try — to prevail upon President Donald Trump to mitigate the damage. Two recent developments…

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T2 · Outlet reportFox NewsAug 9, 2026

Republican House nominee Terri DeBoer told Fox News Digital why she believes Michigan voters are ready for new representation in Michigan’s 3rd Congressional Dist

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T2 · Outlet reportCNNAug 7, 2026

President Donald Trump distanced himself from voters’ ire with Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, telling Punchbowl News in an interview released Friday he thinks voters are angry with the party more generally, but not him.…

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T2 · Outlet reportCNNAug 7, 2026

After a major primary day this week in Michigan and other states, the battle for the House and Senate in the 2026 midterms has largely taken shape. And increasingly … it’s complicated. Elections are always messier the closer you get to…

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T2 · Outlet reportFox NewsAug 5, 2026

FOX Business anchor David Asman and Fox News contributor Karl Rove discuss Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate primary between Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens

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