An unsettled nation ahead of midterms
With his core campaign promises now polling poorly, the data underscores how divided—and fatigued—the American public feels. Trump’s approval ratings also collapsed during his first term, culminating in his 2020 defeat.
Yet despite that loss and his role in the January 6 insurrection, Trump returned to reclaim the Oval Office. His second term has proven even more turbulent than his first, with widespread protests, political unrest, and violent incidents defining his opening year.
As 2026 begins and the midterms loom just ten months away, many Americans appear exhausted by an unrelenting cycle of war threats, tariffs, and domestic unrest. Whether the polls are accurate or not, Republicans are hoping the president can stabilize his administration before voters head to the polls in November.
