Trump is underwater in 39 states and every battleground as Americans vote in US midterms that could cost Republicans Congress
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which Trump suggested renaming after himself on the eve of midterm polling day, as voter anger over grocery and gas prices driven by his Iran war and tariffs dominated the final campaign stretch.
Democrats need a net gain of just four seats in either the House or Senate to seize control, with battlegrounds in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Maine and even previously safe Republican territory in Kansas, Iowa and Texas all in play. Actor Michael Douglas has urged election officials to honour their oath to 'preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution' amid fears over vote integrity.
Two in three voters say they fear midterm results could be 'tampered' with, according to fresh polling.
More than $1.4 billion has been wagered on midterm races, a record for US election betting, with prediction markets favouring a strong Democratic showing.
Trump's approval has collapsed even in his safest states — down 29 points in Wyoming and 32 points in Idaho since he took office in January 2026.
