Author: Tim Balk, Shane Goldmacher and Maggie Haberman

Democratic Party Midterm Elections (2026)Republican Party Trump, Donald J

August 27, 2026 Tim Balk, Shane Goldmacher and Maggie Haberman

Trump’s Strength in Primaries is Clear. The Midterms Pose a Different Test.

The president’s pull with the party base has been clear and his resources are vast. But his low approval ratings make him a liability with swing voters.