Donald Trump’s political momentum appears to be slipping, and the warning signs ahead of the 2026 midterm elections are becoming harder to ignore.
After reclaiming the White House in 2024, Trump promised voters a booming economy, lower prices, and tighter control over immigration. Just a year later, many Americans are asking a simple question: where are the results? As inflation pressures linger and economic growth shows signs of slowing, public confidence in Trump’s leadership is eroding.
A recent AP–NORC poll highlights the problem clearly. Only 31% of U.S. adults approve of how Trump is handling the economy, a sharp drop from 40% earlier this year and the lowest economic approval rating he has recorded in either term. For a president who campaigned heavily on being a “fixer” of the economy, that number should set off alarm bells inside the Republican Party.
Political commentator Hugh Dougherty summed it up bluntly on The Daily Beast podcast, arguing that Trump’s habit of overpromising is finally catching up with him. Voters who were sold bold claims are now facing rising prices and growing uncertainty. According to Dougherty, if Republicans suffer heavy losses in the 2026 midterms, Trump could even face impeachment should Democrats regain control of Congress.
What makes this situation more troubling for Trump is that his approval hasn’t rebounded even after Democrats moved to end a record-long government shutdown. Issues that once energized his base economic management, immigration, and government leadership are increasingly becoming liabilities rather than strengths.
As Democrats gear up for 2026, the political landscape suggests a real opportunity. If current trends continue, the midterms could mark a decisive turning point, not just for Trump’s presidency, but for the broader direction of American politics.
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