Trump: Voters blame the GOP, not me

President Donald Trump said in a Punchbowl News interview that voters are angry with Republicans generally, not with him, as he distances himself from GOP anger ahead of the 2026 midterms. CNN polling shows Republicans trailing Democrats by about 8 points on the generic ballot, with Democrats more motivated to vote and cost‑of‑living issues a common concern. Trump pledged to have MAGA Inc. spend money to back GOP candidates, argued he doesn’t need to campaign since he’s already won, and offered a mixed stance on party leadership by praising House Speaker Mike Johnson while avoiding support for Senate Leader John Thune.