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Trump's record unpopularity puts Republican seats at risk

Original: "What makes Republicans uniquely vulnerable is that Pres. Donald Trump is more unpopular now than he has ever been. It’s

Commentators are arguing that Republicans are uniquely vulnerable heading into November because President Donald Trump is more unpopular now than at any point previously. The claim is that this unpopularity explains why House districts Trump won by double digits could flip to Democrats, and why Democrats are leading Senate polling in traditionally red states such as Alaska. The discussion reflects growing Democratic optimism about midterm prospects.

Why now: Trump's low approval ratings are being cited as a sign of potential Democratic gains in the upcoming midterm elections.

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• "What makes Republicans uniquely vulnerable is that Pres. Donald Trump is more unpopular now than he has ever been. It’s why House districts he won by double digits are at risk of flipping this November, and why Democrats are leading Senate polling in red states like Alaska,… · RonSupportsYou · 2

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