By Theodore Bunker
President Donald Trump vowed Monday that Republicans would win the November midterm elections, delivering a combative Labor Day message as his party prepares to defend its congressional majorities amid voter concerns about the cost of living and the war with Iran.
“Happy Labor Day to all, including the Radical Left Lunatics, Communists, and Dumocrats who will do anything possible to destroy our Country. These Deranged People, after fighting for 10 years, should finally acknowledge that your Favorite President (ME!), knows how to WIN!” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
“They should be exhausted by now but, sadly, they’re not. They’re going to give it one last shot at ruining America, but we’re not going to let that happen. We’re going to win the Midterms, BIG, and SAVE AMERICA!” he added.
The post comes less than two months before the Nov. 3 elections, with Republicans seeking to preserve their ability to advance the president’s legislative agenda. All 435 House seats and roughly one-third of the Senate are on the ballot.
Trump has pledged an extensive campaign schedule, telling Republican lawmakers at a White House dinner last week that he planned to campaign in about 35 competitive races. He urged lawmakers to highlight his administration’s record as they seek another two years of GOP congressional control.
“I’m going to go to every one of those 35 places, and we’re going to see if we can get everyone elected,” Trump said.
His next major campaign showcase is the Republican National Committee’s first-ever midterm convention, scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday in Dallas.
Trump and Vice President JD Vance are scheduled to headline the gathering, which is intended to promote the administration’s agenda and energize Republican voters. The event will feature more than 100 speakers.
Recent polling underscores the challenges facing Republicans. A recent national survey conducted in late August found that 33% of Americans approved of Trump’s job performance, unchanged across three consecutive surveys. The poll surveyed 1,167 adults and had a margin of error of plus or minus 3 percentage points.
The survey also showed an enthusiasm gap: 46% of Democrats described themselves as very enthusiastic about voting, compared with 31% of Republicans. Among independents, 36% favored Democratic congressional candidates and 22% favored Republicans.
Economic concerns remained pronounced, with 71% disapproving of Trump’s handling of the cost of living. Only 36% approved of Trump’s handling of the war with Iran.
The stakes extend beyond legislation. A Democratic House majority could expand investigations into the administration, while Democratic control of the Senate could complicate confirmation of Trump’s judicial and executive branch nominees. Republicans hold a 218-214 House advantage.
For Republicans, the Dallas gathering offers a national platform to present their record as voting gets underway.
Theodore Bunker, with over ten years of experience in news and politics, reported this story.
