Trump Says He Could Say 'Stupidest Things' as Polls Show GOP Concern
Summary
President Donald Trump spoke at a rally in Tennessee, expressing confidence in his popularity among Republican voters despite some polls showing mixed feelings about him. He encouraged supporters to vote in the 2024 midterm elections and said Republican candidates benefit from their association with him.Key Facts
- President Trump spoke at a Tennessee rally supporting Republican candidates Senator Bill Hagerty and Governor candidate Marsha Blackburn.
- Trump said he is very popular and joked that supporters would applaud even if he said "the stupidest things."
- Recent polls show some 2024 Trump voters think Republican candidates should distance themselves from him to win in November.
- Only 30% of Trump’s 2024 voters said they are "very enthusiastic" about voting in the midterms, compared to 48% for Kamala Harris’ 2024 voters.
- Trump’s approval among his own voters dropped from 95% early in his second term to 67% in October 2024.
- Despite some erosion, Trump’s support among Republicans remains around 77-80% on key issues like immigration.
- A Republican strategist said turnout will be crucial in the midterms and suggested enthusiasm could increase as election day nears.
- Trump dismissed claims that he is hurting Republican chances and said candidates win because of his popularity.
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