Trump's Discontented Base and Intra-Party Friction: Donald Trump is facing unusual pushback from elements of his MAGA base and significant dismay from Congressional Republicans on various policy fronts. Immigration/Emigration, Jeffrey Epstein Conspiracy Theory, Ukraine Policy, Tariff Policies.

Unpopularity of the "Megabill" (BBB): The recently signed Budget Busting Bill (BBB) remains broadly unpopular, posing a potential liability for the incumbent party.

Republican Drive for a Second Reconciliation Bill: Despite the first megabill's unpopularity and difficult passage, some Republicans, notably Sen. Mike Crapo and Sen. Ron Johnson (R-WI), advocate for another reconciliation bill.

Trump's Push to Fire Jerome Powell: Donald Trump is "constantly criticizing Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell," demanding lower interest rates or  ...