Trump to Discuss 2026 Plans for the Nation as Approval Ratings Slip

President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver a live address from the White House tonight at 9 p.m. ET, where he aims to outline his agenda for 2026 and beyond. This speech comes at a critical juncture as recent polls reveal a drop in his approval ratings, particularly regarding his management of the economy. A poll indicates that Trump’s approval rating has fallen to 39%, down from 41% earlier this month, largely due to public dissatisfaction with his economic policies, including ongoing inflation and the impact of tariffs.

Specifically, only 33% approve of his economic performance and a mere 27% approve of his handling of the cost of living both figures at historic lows for this year.

In response to these challenges, the White House announced that Trump will highlight his administration’s achievements over the past year and present his plans for the remainder of his term. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that Trump will focus on his accomplishments over the last 11 months, emphasizing efforts to “bring our country back to greatness.”

This address is viewed as a strategic move to garner support ahead of the critical 2026 midterm elections, where the Republican majority in Congress is precarious. Trump aims to revitalize consumer confidence through renewed investments and tax refunds, despite mixed reactions to his economic policies and foreign actions. As the nation prepares for the president’s address, attention will be focused on how he intends to tackle the economic issues that are contributing to his declining approval ratings.