CNN Analyst Exposes Plummeting Support for Trump Among Moderate Republicans
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CNN data analyst Harry Enten reveals that Trump’s approval among moderate Republicans has collapsed, with economic mismanagement and failed policies driving the decline.
CNN chief data analyst Harry Enten has brought to light a dramatic collapse in Donald Trump’s support among moderate Republicans—a faction representing 30% to 40% of the party, often ignored by the GOP’s far-right leadership. According to a recent CNN/SSRS poll, Trump’s net approval among these voters has nosedived from a +69-point lead over Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in 2024 to a mere +10-point lead now, signaling a massive erosion of trust.
Enten points to the disastrous economic policies of Trump as the primary reason for this shift. The poll shows Trump’s net approval on the economy, once his supposed strong suit, has dwindled to just +3 points. Even more damning are his ratings on Iran and inflation, which have plunged to -6 and -17 points respectively—clear evidence that his administration’s reckless approach is failing everyday Americans.
"If I’m a Republican running for Congress in those swing districts, I need those moderate Republicans, and they are leaving Donald Trump," Enten emphasized, highlighting how Trump’s toxic brand is now threatening the GOP’s prospects in critical races.
Enten also debunked Trump’s baseless claims that the polling is inaccurate, presenting undeniable data showing Trump’s overall net approval has cratered from +6 in January 2025 to -21 now—the lowest of his second term.
"In term number two, he is very much underwater despite whatever he is claiming," Enten concluded, underscoring the growing rejection of Trump’s divisive politics among centrists.
These findings underscore a broader trend: the Republican Party’s embrace of extremism is alienating moderates and undermining its own future.