THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Trump Suddenly in Retreat on Many Issues as Poll Reveals Key Weakness
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Apr 24, 2025 
In this discussion, Simon Rosenberg, a Democratic strategist and author of The Hopium Chronicles, highlights President Trump's retreat on key issues like tariffs and the growing public discontent with his administration. He reveals that recent polling shows surprising weaknesses for Trump, contradicting previous assumptions about voter apathy toward his abuses of power. Rosenberg calls on Democrats to capitalize on this moment, emphasizing the need for a more vigorous resistance to Trump's declining influence and the urgency of engaging the electorate.
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Trump's Tariff Retreat
- Trump's tariffs on China are backfiring, harming the economy and market confidence.
- He's now retreating amid pressure from economic advisors and major retailers.
Weakness Spurs Defiance Cycle
- Trump's declining poll numbers create a perception of weakness that fuels more defiance against him.
- This weak-will cycle is expanding as institutions and officials increasingly defy his power.
Public Support Empowers Institutions
- Public support motivates institutions to resist Trump rather than cave to his pressure.
- This backing encourages entities like universities and some law firms to stand firm against Trump.