Trump acknowledges GOP voters are upset ahead of midterms but ‘not angry’ with him

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7 Aug 2026 • 11:11 PM MYT
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Trump acknowledges GOP voters are upset ahead of midterms but ‘not angry’ with him

  • Donald Trump acknowledged that voters are growing increasingly angry with the Republican Party ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.
  • Despite this admission, Trump insisted that voter frustration was directed at other Republicans and not at him personally.
  • “The question is, will they vote? Because a lot of them are very angry at Republicans, to be honest with you,” Trump told Punchbowl News in an interview that aired Friday.
  • Recent polls indicate Trump's approval ratings are low, hovering between 32 and 35 percent, reflecting widespread public dissatisfaction.
  • Much of the public's disapproval is linked to the ongoing military conflict with Iran, which has led to U.S. casualties, increased gas prices, and inflation. Historically, the party holding the presidency typically loses seats in midterm elections, presenting a significant challenge for Republicans this cycle.

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