Summary
President Trump expressed concern about the 2026 midterm elections, worried that the Republican Party might not do well. Historically, the president's party often loses seats in midterm elections, and recent polls show Trump's approval rating has dropped. The ongoing government shutdown adds more political risks for Trump.
Key Facts
- President Trump showed concern about Republican performance in the 2026 midterm elections.
- Midterms often result in the president's party losing seats in Congress.
- Trump's approval rating recently hit a low of -10 points in a tracking poll.
- The government shutdown is ongoing, and several federal services have stopped.
- The Trump administration may use the shutdown to propose federal workforce cuts.
- Historically, only twice since 1938 did the president’s party not lose ground in midterms.
- Trump's approval slightly improved as the shutdown began.
