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Donald Trump faces declining popularity ahead of US midterm elections
Donald Trump and the Republican Party face declining popularity ahead of the November 3 midterm elections. Recent polling indicates significant challenges for the GOP, driven largely by economic concerns.
A Financial Times and Focaldata poll reveals that 53 percent of registered voters report their economic situation has worsened since Trump returned to the White House in January 2025. Additionally, 53 percent of registered voters express negative feelings toward the Republican Party. Concerns regarding inflation and the cost of living are prominent, with 64 percent of voters disapproving of Trump’s management of these issues.
In a shift from historical trends, a Reuters/Ipsos poll shows Democrats are gaining a slight edge in economic trust, with 37 percent of Americans trusting Democrats more than Republicans to manage the economy, compared to 36 percent for Republicans.
Political analysts note that while the Democrats face internal divisions between moderate and progressive wings, the Republicans are struggling with controversial candidates and a perceived inability to address rising prices and the ongoing conflict in Iran.
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Democratic Party · Donald Trump · Eirik Løkke · Financial Times · Focaldata · John Zogby · Republican Party · United States · White House
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- [● 2 SOURCES] 53 percent of registered voters reported their economic situation has worsened since Donald Trump returned to the White House in January 2025. www.larissanet.gr · pelop.gr
- [● 2 SOURCES] An Economist/YouGov poll from August 11 showed 33 percent of Americans are satisfied with Donald Trump's performance. www.dagbladet.no
- [○ 1 SOURCE] A Reuters/Ipsos poll showed 37 percent of Americans trust Democrats more than Republicans to manage the economy. pelop.gr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] 64 percent of voters disapprove of how President Trump manages inflation and the cost of living. pelop.gr
- [● 2 SOURCES] A Financial Times and Focaldata poll found 53 percent of registered voters have negative feelings toward the Republican Party. www.larissanet.gr · pelop.gr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] In a Reuters poll, 37 percent of Americans trust Democrats more than Republicans to manage the economy, compared to 36 percent for Republicans. pelop.gr