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Blue-collar white voters are, for the first time, seriously doubting Trump’s handling of the economy, a review of polling by The New York Times shows.

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Who
Donald Trump, blue-collar white voters, Republican and Democratic strategists, John McLaughlin, Robert Blizzard, Molly Murphy, Carl Wallnau, Eva Kemp, Mike Smith, Alex Pfeiffer, Neil Newhouse
What
Blue-collar white voters are, for the first time, seriously doubting Trump’s handling of the economy, a review of polling by The New York Times shows.
When
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:10:25 GMT · 3h 53m ago
Where
United States ·
Why
Persistently high prices for gas and groceries, Trump's focus on foreign affairs (particularly the war in Iran), and ongoing inflation appear to have sapped support for his economic policies.
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How this affects you

This shift among a historically loyal demographic could be a consequential development for the 2026 midterm elections, potentially imperiling Republican chances in both the House and Senate as Democrats aim to capitalize on this disillusionment.

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  1. Economics3h 53m ago
    Blue-collar white voters are, for the first time, seriously doubting Trump’s handling of the economy, with recent polls indicating a significant shift from previous strong approval to disapproval.
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    Blue-collar white voters are, for the first time, seriously doubting Trump’s handling of the economy, a review of polling by The New York Times shows.
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    Blue-collar white voters are, for the first time, seriously doubting Trump’s handling of the economy, showing an extraordinary swing in polling.
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  4. Economics5h 21m ago
    President Donald Trump has experienced a striking shift in voter sentiment, particularly among blue-collar white voters, regarding his handling of the economy.
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  5. Economics5h 21m ago
    President Donald Trump appears to have lost the confidence of some of his most loyal supporters on the issue Americans care about most.
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    President Donald Trump appears to have lost the confidence of some of his most loyal supporters on the issue Americans care about most.
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  7. Economics5h 41m ago
    Blue-collar white voters are seriously doubting President Trump’s handling of the economy, a development that could be consequential in the midterms.
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  8. Economics5h 41m ago
    Blue-collar white voters are seriously doubting President Trump’s handling of the economy, a development that could be consequential in the midterms.
    Open article
  9. Economics5h 41m ago
    Blue-collar white voters are seriously doubting President Trump’s handling of the economy.
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