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Trump Insists He’s Popular Despite Low Approval Ratings

8/8/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump says he remains popular despite low approval ratings, according to Punchbowl News reporter Jake Sherman.
Sherman notes that Trump blames voter anger at Republicans for GOP troubles while insisting voters still like him.
Sherman says presidents usually lose midterm elections, a pattern Trump refuses to accept.
Sherman adds Republicans are counting on a passed tax-cut bill and an unpopular war to retain congressional control.

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U.S. President Donald Trump says he remains popular despite low approval ratings, according to Punchbowl News reporter Jake Sherman.
Sherman notes that Trump blames voter anger at Republicans for GOP troubles while insisting voters still like him.
Sherman says presidents usually lose midterm elections, a pattern Trump refuses to accept.
Sherman adds Republicans are counting on a passed tax-cut bill and an unpopular war to retain congressional control.