Is Trump losing the support of the very coalition that brought him back to power? Just one day before the midterm elections, Trump’s approval rating stands at 32%, one of the lowest ever recorded at this stage of a presidency. And discontent is growing beyond Democratic voters. Some of Trump’s most loyal Republican and MAGA supporters are increasingly torn between political loyalty and economic reality. The war in Iran, rising costs linked to the Strait of Hormuz blockade, unfulfilled “America First” promises and other controversial issues, including the Epstein files scandal, are widening the rift between Trump and his electoral base. Can he regain control of the diverse coalition that makes up MAGA? FRANCE 24 journalist Stella Elgersma spoke to MAGA and Republican experts to explore how the movement has evolved, what its supporters want and what is driving their discontent. Watch the full youtube documentary : https://youtu.be/XkehRG77itY?si=iOfIl0PwrgyX-j0X
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