Summary
President Donald Trump has experienced a negative net approval rating for a year, according to CNN polling expert Harry Enten. This trend could impact the 2026 midterm elections, potentially benefiting Democratic candidates who are gaining momentum.
Key Facts
- President Trump has had a negative net approval rating for a full year since March 12, 2025.
- Harry Enten from CNN aggregated multiple polls to arrive at this finding.
- Democrats are gaining momentum ahead of the 2026 midterms, according to polling trends.
- Forecasts suggest Democrats could regain the House of Representatives and possibly the Senate.
- A U.S. prediction market, Kalshi, shows a close race for Senate control, with Republicans slightly ahead.
- The same market predicts a strong chance for Democrats to win the House, with 85% certainty.
- Prediction markets aggregate opinions from many people investing real money based on political events and polling data.
