As midterms loom, Trump and his allies try to change the subject
Summary
With the U.S. midterm elections approaching, different voters have varied concerns, including the economy, labor, and immigration. Recent polls show President Trump and Republicans are losing trust on many issues, while Democrats are gaining ground, except on crime where Republicans still lead slightly.Key Facts
- Tens of millions of Americans will vote in next month’s midterm elections with a range of important issues influencing them.
- Voters have different top priorities depending on their personal situations and locations, such as economy in Detroit and immigration in Georgia.
- A recent Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll shows most Americans doubt President Trump is using the presidency for public good, with his approval rating at a low point.
- On 11 out of 12 key issues, voters trust Democrats more than Republicans; crime is the only issue where Republicans lead.
- The Republican lead on the economy in April has flipped to a 9-point deficit now, despite White House claims of economic success.
- Immigration, a central issue of President Trump’s second term, now sees Democrats trusted more by 2 points, reversing a previous Republican lead.
- In Kansas, a rare Democratic Senate candidate has gained support lately, showing shifts in traditionally Republican areas.
- President Trump is campaigning widely across the country but is focusing on changing the discussion rather than addressing current public concerns directly.
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