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August 26, 2026
Trump to Lead Republican Midterms Campaign Despite Low Approval Ratings
- Trump plans to use his $400 million super PAC to support GOP candidates.
- He will run nationwide ads highlighting his perceived achievements.
- Despite low approval ratings at 33%, Trump believes his agenda is on the ballot.
- Advisers warned him of voter discontent over inflation and economic issues.
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- Trump to put himself front and center of midterms campaigning despite dire approval ratings: reportAug 26, 2026 at 10:46 AM · Independent
- Trump’s Strength in Primaries is Clear. The Midterms Pose a Different Test.Aug 27, 2026 at 9:03 AM · NYT
- Trump Raises Money in Texas With Control of the Senate in the BalanceAug 27, 2026 at 2:39 PM · NYT