Summary
Voters have shifted towards Democratic candidates in major elections this year since President Trump returned to office. This trend suggests challenges for Republicans in the upcoming 2026 midterms due to Trump's low approval on economic handling. Democrats are gaining confidence from these recent election outcomes.
Key Facts
- Voters have leaned more towards Democrats in significant elections this year.
- President Trump has low approval ratings for his economic management.
- Miami elected its first Democratic mayor in nearly 30 years.
- In Nashville, a Trump-backed Republican won by a narrower margin than Trump did last year.
- Democrats achieved large victories in Virginia, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and California.
- The size of Democratic wins in some places, like Virginia and New Jersey, was notably large.
- President Trump plans to travel more to support Republican candidates before the midterm elections.
- Democrats plan to focus on Trump's influence during the election campaigns.
