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Trump's Immigration Approval Plummets Ahead of Midterms

2/14/2026

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Trump's Immigration Approval Decline

U.S. President Donald Trump faces a drop in public approval for his immigration handling, with polling showing 40% approval.
This decline could influence midterm elections, potentially boosting Democratic turnout.
Republican operatives say immigration remains a key issue, but worry its effectiveness in battleground states is fading.
GOP figures such as Sen. Roger Wicker have criticized aggressive enforcement tactics, signaling a potential shift in party strategy as they navigate voter sentiment.

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Lawmakers Propose Visa Reform

A bipartisan group of lawmakers proposes the Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act to grant temporary visas to non-citizens in industries.
The act would ease labor shortages in construction and other essential trades.
The push follows immigration enforcement under U.S. President Donald Trump, which has coincided with declines in construction activity and Los Angeles output.
Immigrants constitute a substantial portion of the construction workforce, highlighting the policy's potential economic impact.

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Trump's Immigration Approval Decline

U.S. President Donald Trump faces a drop in public approval for his immigration handling, with polling showing 40% approval.
This decline could influence midterm elections, potentially boosting Democratic turnout.
Republican operatives say immigration remains a key issue, but worry its effectiveness in battleground states is fading.
GOP figures such as Sen. Roger Wicker have criticized aggressive enforcement tactics, signaling a potential shift in party strategy as they navigate voter sentiment.

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