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orangecrush

(31,432 posts)
Mon Jun 1, 2026, 01:12 PM Monday

Republicans are in full blown PANIC MODE [View all]

"Yes, mainstream reports and Republican strategists indicate significant and growing anxiety within the party regarding the upcoming November midterm elections. While "panic" is a strong term, internal alarms are actively sounding due to a combination of falling presidential approval ratings, war-driven inflation, and a fractured party message.Key Drivers of GOP AnxietyThe Iran War and Economic Fallout: The ongoing war with Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have triggered a sharp spike in gas prices and worsened cost-of-living pressures. Strategists complain that war-driven inflation has completely overshadowed the legislative relief of their signature tax cuts.Presidential Approval Slump: President Donald Trump’s approval rating has sunk to 36%, a term low. Public polling indicates that over 60% of Americans distrust his economic and foreign policy direction, which historically spells disaster for the party in power during midterms.Lacking a Coherent Message: According to reports on MS NOW, the party is struggling to establish a unified campaign platform. In a recent public monologue, President Trump candidly stated, "I don't care about the midterms," complicating efforts by party leaders to focus on the economic issues voters care about most."

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no they're not, if they were they'd stand up to Trump. Instead they just encourage him. dem4decades Monday #1
Yes they are orangecrush Monday #3
Then do something Mz Pip Monday #2
Republicans in disarray! orangecrush Monday #4
It's pathetic but appropriate... SWBTATTReg Monday #5
Thanks orangecrush Monday #6
Their platform is Fascist takeover. GoodRaisin Monday #7
It's all they have orangecrush Monday #8
Absolutely true. Trump did not panic before the 2020 elevtion. wnylib Monday #13
Link please. TIA Celerity Monday #9
Sorry orangecrush Monday #10
So it is a Google AI summary? Celerity Monday #11
Looks that way orangecrush Monday #14
Not surprised. Emile Monday #12
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