U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with the media after receiving a McDonald's order via DoorDash, which was delivered to him in front of the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 13, 2026. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
Washington Week with The Atlantic airs April 24, 2026 at 8PM on PBS (check local listings)
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Trump’s Political Doldrums
President Trump is facing tough political headwinds: Tensions with Iran have increased and ceasefire talks have stalled. His economic approval ratings are dropping faster than gas prices; democrats appear poised to see gains from the redistricting fight; and some of his MAGA allies are abandoning him this midterm election year.
Joining editor in chief of The Atlantic and moderator, Jeffrey Goldberg, to discuss this and more:
- Annie Linskey, White House Reporter, The Wall Street Journal
- Seung Min Kim, White House Reporter, The Associated Press
- Tyler Pager, White House Correspondent, The New York Times
- Yvonne Wingett Sanchez, Staff Writer, The Atlantic
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