Story perspectives

Trump's Declining Approval Sparks Midterm Fears for GOP

12/28/2025

Summary

Story summary

In December 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump faces declining approval ratings and rising discontent.
Tariffs and immigration crackdowns under his administration are not resonating with the public.
Analysts warn the Republican Party may suffer significant losses in the upcoming midterms, and some members distance themselves from Trump.
Trump's self-promotion draws comparisons to Alexander the Great and Stalin.
Amid turmoil, calls for continuity in governance emphasize democracy despite authoritarian challenges globally.

History

Historical Context

The Great Depression began with the Wall Street crash in October 1929, leading to a severe economic downturn that peaked with a 25% unemployment rate by 1933. President Herbert Hoover's policies, including the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930, worsened the crisis by stifling international trade. This period of instability ultimately paved the way for Franklin D. Roosevelt's election in 1932 and the implementation of the New Deal.

1 of 2

Story summary

In December 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump faces declining approval ratings and rising discontent.
Tariffs and immigration crackdowns under his administration are not resonating with the public.
Analysts warn the Republican Party may suffer significant losses in the upcoming midterms, and some members distance themselves from Trump.
Trump's self-promotion draws comparisons to Alexander the Great and Stalin.
Amid turmoil, calls for continuity in governance emphasize democracy despite authoritarian challenges globally.

1 / 2