THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Trump Seethes as Karl Rove Delivers Harsh On-Air Warning about Polls
May 6, 2025
Lakshya Jain, co-founder of the Split Ticket election site, dives into the political fallout for Trump over recent commentary from strategist Karl Rove about his plummeting approval ratings. Jain explains how Trump is surprisingly losing grip on immigration, a supposed strong suit, and explores the shifting public sentiment regarding his controversial proposals. The discussion includes insights on how Democrats can leverage these trends, highlighting the delicate balance between border security and humane immigration policies.
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Trump's Stance Alienates Moderates
- Trump's insistence on ending due process for migrants risks backlash and legal challenges.
- This aggressive stance is alienating moderate voters and undermining his position on immigration.
Rove Warns Trump Losing Immigration Edge
- Karl Rove warns Trump's handling of the Abrego-Garcia case is eroding his immigration support.
- This admission is rare for a Republican, indicating Trump is losing his edge on immigration.
Polling Oversimplifies Deportation Views
- Public polling on deportations is misleading due to oversimplified questions.
- When voters learn specifics, support for harsh deportation policies declines significantly.