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The analysis is good. What I hear him say and write on Truth Social is not what most citizens feel. He is out of touch.
President Donald Trump defends his economic record as critics say his message repeats former President Joe Biden’s mistake of stressing positives that many voters do not feel. Polls show many Americans view the economy negatively. Analysts warn the messaging could hurt Republicans in the 2026 midterms.
An AP-NORC from December 8 found that 7 in 10 adults describe the nation’s economy as “poor.”
The poll also showed Trump’s approval rating on the economy slipping to 40%, a significant drop from earlier in the year. White House spokesperson Kush Desai said there is “no comparison.” Experts say voters see mixed economic signals and want more empathy and realism.
Some strategists warn that presidents must balance acknowledging pain with projecting optimism and that dwelling on negatives can weaken confidence.
White House spokesperson Kush Desai said there is “no comparison.” Experts say voters see mixed economic signals and want more empathy and realism.
Some strategists warn that presidents must balance acknowledging pain with projecting optimism and that dwelling on negatives can weaken confidence.
The analysis is good. What I hear him say and write on Truth Social is not what most citizens feel. He is out of touch.
President Donald Trump defends his economic record as critics say his message repeats former President Joe Biden’s mistake of stressing positives that many voters do not feel. Polls show many Americans view the economy negatively. Analysts warn the messaging could hurt Republicans in the 2026 midterms.
An AP-NORC from December 8 found that 7 in 10 adults describe the nation’s economy as “poor.”
The poll also showed Trump’s approval rating on the economy slipping to 40%, a significant drop from earlier in the year. White House spokesperson Kush Desai said there is “no comparison.” Experts say voters see mixed economic signals and want more empathy and realism.
Some strategists warn that presidents must balance acknowledging pain with projecting optimism and that dwelling on negatives can weaken confidence.
White House spokesperson Kush Desai said there is “no comparison.” Experts say voters see mixed economic signals and want more empathy and realism.
Some strategists warn that presidents must balance acknowledging pain with projecting optimism and that dwelling on negatives can weaken confidence.

