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Politics · Elections · published 2026-09-02 · via Washington Post

Thune Warns GOP Senate Majority at Risk Amid Trump's Low Approval

Senate Majority Leader John Thune cautioned that Republicans might lose control of the Senate as President Trump's approval ratings decline. Democrats are increasingly optimistic about their midterm prospects. The warning highlights the challenging political environment for the GOP.

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune has publicly cautioned that Republican control of the chamber could slip away as President Trump's approval numbers soften. The warning reflects growing concern within GOP leadership about the political climate heading into the next election cycle.

Democrats, sensing an opening, have grown more confident about their chances in upcoming midterm contests. Thune's remarks underscore the difficult terrain Republicans face, with voter sentiment appearing to shift in ways that could reshape the balance of power in Washington.

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