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Trump's Polling Collapse, Coalition Strains and Institutional Conflict

Trump's Polling Collapse, Coalition Strains and Institutional Conflict

Trump's approval remains roughly 28%–33%, with prices, tariffs, Iran, weak economic data, and Epstein-related distrust driving opposition; Democratic generic-ballot leads reach about eight to nine points in some polls. His rally blitz, campaign spending, media attacks, press restrictions, and conflicts with oversight institutions reveal both continuing base strength and mounting midterm vulnerability.

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Updated Oct 5, 2026