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President Donald Trump is projecting confidence as Republicans enter the final stretch before the 2026 midterm elections, telling supporters that he believes the GOP can deliver a major victory in November.
During a recent campaign rally in Ohio, Trump urged Republicans to turn out and predicted that his party would “win big” if supporters show up at the polls. His optimism comes as control of Congress remains one of the biggest political questions facing the country ahead of Election Day on November 3.
Trump has been hitting the campaign trail in an effort to energize Republican voters and help GOP candidates in competitive House and Senate races. Republicans are hoping that issues including immigration, taxes, public safety, energy policy and the president’s economic agenda will motivate conservatives and independents to support their candidates.
But the political environment is far from settled.
Recent national polling has shown Democrats with an advantage among registered voters, while several competitive races could determine which party controls Congress. Republicans also face concerns over the cost of living and dissatisfaction among some voters, even as Trump and GOP candidates argue that their policies are producing economic benefits that may take more time to be fully felt.
The stakes are particularly high because the party controlling Congress can have a major impact on the second half of a president’s term.
If Republicans maintain control, Trump could have a much easier path for advancing legislation, confirming nominees and defending his administration’s agenda. If Democrats capture one or both chambers, they could gain greater power to block Republican priorities, conduct congressional investigations and shape the political debate heading toward the 2028 presidential election.
Trump clearly believes Republican voters will deliver when Election Day arrives. His critics, however, point to current polling and argue that Democrats have the momentum.
Ultimately, polls do not decide elections — voters do.
That makes the next several weeks critical for both parties as candidates fight for undecided voters and work to make sure their supporters actually cast ballots.