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President Trump is actively promoting his economic vision to voters amid low approval ratings and negative perceptions of his handling of the economy, with recent polls showing significant disapproval and concerns about affordability, while his efforts to connect directly with voters continue amidst mixed reactions from political strategists.
A poll found that Trump voters are more likely to support policies that benefit them financially if Trump endorses them, even if it means higher taxes or job losses, showing a strong endorsement effect on voter support.
Following recent electoral setbacks, Republicans advise Trump to prioritize domestic economic issues over foreign policy, emphasizing that voters care most about the cost of living and affordability, and suggesting a shift in focus to domestic priorities for future success.
Voters rewarded Democrats for addressing economic concerns, while Trump claimed an 'economic miracle' despite consumer sentiment and grocery prices indicating economic struggles, highlighting a disconnect between economic indicators and public perception ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Texas voters approved measures to increase the homestead exemption from $100,000 to $140,000, providing property tax relief to homeowners, especially seniors and disabled residents, and also approved an exemption for business inventory, aiming to reduce overall property tax burdens in the state.
Ariana Grande questioned her followers on Instagram about whether life has improved for Trump voters since his return to office, highlighting issues like ICE raids, anti-trans comments, and economic concerns, and has historically expressed her political views and support for LGBTQ+ rights.
A Democratic poll indicates Missouri voters oppose a redistricting effort, highlighting ongoing political debates over electoral boundaries and representation.
A Democratic research memo suggests voters prefer populist messages focusing on big issues like government prioritizing billionaires and corporate greed over the 'Abundance' movement, indicating a strategic shift towards populism in campaigns. The survey shows voters see government favoritism towards the wealthy as a bigger problem than inefficiency, and they favor cracking down on price gouging. The findings highlight the importance of populist framing in Democratic messaging to resonate with voters' concerns.
Taiwanese voters have rejected a motion to recall opposition lawmakers, reinforcing the current political landscape and demonstrating active democratic participation.
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed a bill repealing a voter-approved law that guaranteed paid sick leave and minimum wage adjustments, citing burdensome mandates, with the repeal taking effect August 28. The move was supported by business groups and opposed by workers' rights advocates, who may attempt to reinstate the law through a new ballot initiative in the future.
Many voters are unaware of the details in Trump's large domestic policy bill, which Senate Republicans narrowly passed and now face the challenge of explaining and selling it to the public.
Pollsters believe they have finally addressed the challenge of accurately predicting support for Donald Trump in elections, after underestimating his backing in 2016 and 2020. In 2024, adjustments in polling methods, such as better outreach to non-college-educated voters and revised demographic weightings, led to more accurate predictions within the margin of error. Despite improvements, some skepticism remains about the reliability of polling in future elections, especially those involving Trump, due to the unique challenges his voter base presents.
Donald Trump's cabinet selections have faced criticism in Washington, but they are well-received by many of his supporters. This divide highlights the contrasting perspectives between political insiders and Trump's voter base, who are enthusiastic about his choices.
Voters frustrated with immigration policies played a significant role in electing Donald Trump as President, reflecting widespread discontent with the status quo and a desire for change.
NPR's Steve Inskeep interviews GOP pollster BJ Martino about the surprising demographics that contributed to Donald Trump's electoral success, as revealed by exit polls.