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Trump's Paradoxical Power
- Donald Trump holds substantial power despite low approval ratings and minimal pushback from Congress or courts.
- His status as a lame duck president allows him to act aggressively without fear of reelection consequences.
Republican Fears Over Trump's Polls
- Republican operatives worry Trump's low approval will hurt them in the 2024 midterms.
- They believe a weaker Republican brand may help Democrats win key swing states.
Axelrod Critiques Democratic Strategy
- David Axelrod criticizes Democrats' excuse that messaging failures caused recent losses as inadequate.
- Axelrod urges Democrats to rebuild a voter coalition focusing on workers beyond reacting to Trump.