A new poll shows 43% of voters plan to cast their ballot in opposition to President Trump in the 2026 midterms, while only 29% will vote to support him as Democrats show higher enthusiasm for the midterms.

Most recent Trump approval rating, according to the latest Gallup poll (Oct. 1-16, 2025): Most recent Trump approval rating, according to the latest from Quantus Insights poll (Oct. 9, 2025): Note: Polls are constantly changing and different pollsters ask different varieties of the population.

President Donald Trump’s lackluster approval ratings may have cost Republicans’ chances on Election Day, according to CNN’s data analyst Harry Enten.

Democrats are embroiled in a new round of infighting, while Republicans are bracing for longer-term consequences if they continue to oppose an extension of Obamacare subsidies.