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Harry Enten Drops Some ‘Effing Rough’ News For Trump And Republicans
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Key Points:
- CNN chief data analyst Harry Enten warned that the 2026 midterm elections will be very challenging for Republicans, echoing a Trump adviser's prediction of a difficult race.
- Enten highlighted Trump's declining approval ratings in key House battleground districts, noting a net approval of -16 points this year compared to -8 points in 2018, signaling trouble for Republicans.
- He predicted that these approval ratings mathematically favor Democrats to regain the House majority in the upcoming midterms.
- The main factor behind this shift is the economy, with Trump's economic approval in key districts dropping from 77% in 2018 to 37% currently, indicating voter dissatisfaction.
- Enten's analysis suggests that the political environment and economic perceptions pose a significant uphill battle for Republicans in the 2026 elections.
