A new poll from Morning Consult shows President Trump’s approval rating has fallen to just 46 percent. Although that might be a sign of weakness for the right, it also serves as a stark indication that nearly half of the country still stands with the president.

In addition to his general approval rating, Trump is also slipping on pressing issues. Public opinion on how he’s handling the economy and crime is worsening. On immigration, Americans are essentially split (49 percent to 45 percent).

Despite this decline, though, Trump continues to maintain a durable floor of support that Democrats shouldn’t, and frankly can’t afford to, look past.

Although it appears that Democrats hold a narrow lead ahead of the 2026 midterms, Republicans will likely gain another five to 10 seats in the House after redistricting.

And if Democrats want any chance of putting up a real fight, they’ll have to assemble an aggressive plan on inflation, security and border control — not just MAGA opposition.

Indeed, many Democratic campaigns in the post-Trump era have been wholly run on resistance to the administration. Although that strategy might rally the base and excite faithful voters, it doesn’t necessarily carry much weight in the long-term.

And as we quickly approach both the midterms and the 2028 presidential election, it is vital for Democrats........

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