Republicans grow increasingly worried about Trump's negative polls

[jacksonlamb]

In 2018 the Democrats were at 8.4 in the Real Clear Politics average on election day.

This time, six months out, they're polling at 6.8. Yesterday, they were polling at 7.

A blue wave in November isn't a sure thing.

True. But the following does not help the Red.

1. Mexico did not pay for the wall.
2. His health plan is still in the making ten years later.
3. Yep, we have attacked seven countries.
4. Tariff checks are not going to working class earners.
5. Groceries are ten to forty percent higherr.
6. Gas is at $4.45 average, not $2.80.
7. Trump golfs all the time.
8. The Epstein Files are not all released.
7. Electricity is up, not 50% down.
8. America Workers are last not first.
9. There are no DOGE checks.

 

[Dont Taz Me Bro]

In 2018 the Democrats were at 8.4 in the Real Clear Politics average on election day.

This time, six months out, they're polling at 6.8. Yesterday, they were polling at 7.

A blue wave in November isn't a sure thing.

And just like in 2018, the cult of MAGA is in complete denial.

 

[Wild Bill Kelsoe]

True. But the following does not help the Red.

1. Mexico did not pay for the wall.
2. His health plan is still in the making ten years later.
3. Yep, we have attacked seven countries.
4. Tariff checks are not going to working class earners.
5. Groceries are ten to forty percent higherr.
6. Gas is at $4.45 average, not $2.80.
7. Trump golfs all the time.
8. The Epstein Files are not all released.
7. Electricity is up, not 50% down.
8. America Workers are last not first.
9. There are no DOGE checks.

Only a few things on your list are relevant, but nothing on that list is a nail in the Republicans political coffin.

 

[jacksonlamb]

Only a few things on your list are relevant, but nothing on that list is a nail in the Republicans political coffin.

Look at them again, Wild Bill. Read slowly.

 

[Zincwarrior]

In 2018 the Democrats were at 8.4 in the Real Clear Politics average on election day.

This time, six months out, they're polling at 6.8. Yesterday, they were polling at 7.

A blue wave in November isn't a sure thing.

Agreed. Nothing is certain.

 

[Fang]

Democrats have much more to lose in the midterms. Every President since Bill Clinton has lost the House. Clinton lost it in his 3rd year out 8 and never got it back. Same with Obama. Biden lost it in year 3 of his only term as did Trump in his first term. Bush faired the best with 6 years of Republican majority. History says Trump will lose the House on the midterms. But if he retains the House that speaks volumes about the state of the Democratic party.

 

[jknowgood]

It's okay.

Trump's party will win the midterms on the ballroom issue...

If not by their mid-decennial census gerrymandering.

You loons are so worried about a ballroom he will never use. The next president will.

 

[Wild Bill Kelsoe]

And just like in 2018, the cult of MAGA is in complete denial.

What would you call the Leftist cult's belief that Harris was going to win by a landslide in 2024? And Clinton in 2016?

Denial of what? That the Democrats could take one, or both houses in November? I understand that that possibility exists. The real denial is the Left's belief that it's all sewed up and the election is just a formality.

 

[jacksonlamb]

You loons are so worried about a ballroom he will never use. The next president will.

There will be no ballroom.

 

[jacksonlamb]

What would you call the Leftist cult's belief that Harris was going to win by a landslide in 2024? And Clinton in 2016?

Denial of what? That the Democrats could take one, or both houses in November? I understand that that possibility exists. The real denial is the Left's belief that it's all sewed up and the election is just a formality.

Only you say that. No one I knew, read, or listened to said any such thing.

 

[Wild Bill Kelsoe]

Only you say that. No one I knew, read, or listened to said any such thing.

You must have been living in a bubble, then.

 

[jacksonlamb]

You must have been living in a bubble, then.

Nah, you have been writing in one.

 

[airplanemechanic]

Increasingly worried? Yet another Trump backed candidate wins their primary.

https://www.usnews.com/news/national-news/articles/2026-05-20/trump-tightens-grip-exacts-revenge-with-big-wins-in-republican-primaries

 

[jacksonlamb]

Increasingly worried? Yet another Trump backed candidate wins their primary.

https://www.usnews.com/news/national-news/articles/2026-05-20/trump-tightens-grip-exacts-revenge-with-big-wins-in-republican-primaries

The cult has had a few victories.

 

[Zincwarrior]

You loons are so worried about a ballroom he will never use. The next president will.

And now the Arch that taxpayers have to pay for. And a billion dollars a day in war expenses.

Inflation has risen to 6% for those taxpayers, but he is jerking off on this nonsense.

 

[JohnDB]

This OP is part of a whisper campaign straight from the "Deep State"....but AKA Trump's adversaries.

Trump backed candidates yesterday overwhelmingly won every primary....

And all of a sudden stalled, important, that Trump has wanted, legislation starts moving at lightning speed with bipartisan support through the House.

Huh.....who could predicted that?

 

[airplanemechanic]

The cult has had a few victories.

Democrats haven't had many victories as of late. Do you consider your parties approval of 19% to be bragging rights?

A cult is a party that follows people like Platner, Mandami and Galindo, as well as other far left, America hating and Israel hating liberals.

Running people like Platner who are racist and hate soldiers is not winning over the country, that's for sure.

 

[Invisibleflash]

“Republicans see President Trump’s sagging approval ratings as a major problem heading into the midterms. Their fears are underscored by a New York Times/Siena College poll released Monday showing Trump’s approval ratings hitting new second-term lows as voters expressed anxiety about inflation, gas prices and U.S. involvement in the war in Iran.”

https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/5883896-republicans-fear-trump-approval-decline/

Republicans deserve to lose – their capitulation to, and facilitating of, Trump’s crimes and corruption, their passing of reckless, irresponsible, harmful legislation, and state-level Republicans’ efforts to disenfranchise voters of color warrants comprehensive Republican losses this November.

 

[jacksonlamb]

Did Trump endorsed candidates win every primary that he endorsed yesterday?

Short answer: No — not every Trump‑endorsed candidate won outright yesterday. Based on all available reporting from May 19, 2026, Trump‑backed candidates had a strong night, but not a perfect sweep. Some won outright, some merely advanced to runoffs, and a few races remain unsettled.

Here’s the breakdown, grounded in the reporting:

What the sources agree on​

1. Trump‑endorsed candidates “avoided defeat” across four states — but that does ​

Newsweek reports that while Trump celebrated a slate of “WINS!” on Truth Social, some endorsed candidates only advanced to runoffs or faced no meaningful opposition, rather than winning their races outright.

2. Several high‑profile wins did occur.​

• Ed Gallrein (KY‑04) defeated incumbent Rep. Thomas Massie — a major, closely watched victory.
• Other endorsed candidates in Kentucky, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Alabama won or advanced.

3. Some Trump‑endorsed candidates did ​

• Georgia Governor’s race: Trump‑backed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones did not win; he advanced to a runoff.
• Several other races are also headed to runoffs or were uncontested rather than true wins.

Bottom line​

Trump’s endorsement record yesterday was strong, but not a clean sweep. He had multiple outright wins, no major defeats, but some endorsed candidates only advanced to runoffs, which means they did not win their primaries.

As always, you should confirm details with official state election results or trusted news outlets, since early reporting can evolve.

 

[frigidweirdo]

And just like in 2018, the cult of MAGA is in complete denial.

It's now getting to such proportions that I think they would welcome a Trump dictatorship.