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Trump Gains Support in Former Democratic Stronghold Ahead of Address

2/25/2026

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In northeastern Pennsylvania, a region that has supported the president, voters back U.S. President Donald Trump ahead of the State of the Union address.
They broadly approve his approaches to immigration, foreign policy, and trade, while voicing concerns about his policy agenda and party, in an area that was once a Democratic stronghold.
Voter Tom Ciampi notes the economy is improving but urges patience due to imperfections.

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Story summary

In northeastern Pennsylvania, a region that has supported the president, voters back U.S. President Donald Trump ahead of the State of the Union address.
They broadly approve his approaches to immigration, foreign policy, and trade, while voicing concerns about his policy agenda and party, in an area that was once a Democratic stronghold.
Voter Tom Ciampi notes the economy is improving but urges patience due to imperfections.