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How Do Previous Trump Voters Feel About Republicans Heading Into the Midterm Elections?
Polls show 45% of voters see their congressional choice as a vote against Trump, while others say candidates matter more than party.
Voters in Virginia's 2nd Congressional District are weighing President Donald Trump's influence as midterm elections approach, with the University of Virginia's Center for Politics predicting the area is leaning Democratic this year.
A September Associated Press poll finds 69% of people believe Trump's handling of the cost of living is worse than expected, including 52% of Republicans, undercutting GOP midterm prospects.
Voters like Anthony Brown question their past support: "I did support him, actually, I did, but, you know, it's kind of looking like, did I make a mistake?" while Juan Jorge prioritizes local races.
Political analyst Todd Belt noted "Donald Trump's popularity is still going down as public approval numbers are really cratering," complicating GOP efforts; an NPR poll shows 45% of voters view their choice as a vote against the president.
Despite Trump's plea at the RNC's Dallas convention last month for Republicans to regain Congress control, some voters prioritize candidates over party; Virginia Beach voter Earl said, "I'll vote individually in the midterms because he's not on the ballot.
Pam chose Trump. Today she says that there is little left of his promises. What concerns US voters before the Midterms? For this we listened around in Virginia.