Today, Explained Even Trump voters are mad
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Jan 31, 2026 
Sarah Longwell, publisher of The Bulwark who runs swing-voter focus groups, and John Fredericks, a conservative radio voice and on-the-road political commentator. They probe angry Trump supporters, discuss fallout from ICE and the Epstein files, debate whether economic pain and messaging explain slipping approval, and consider the electoral risks and Republican infighting ahead.
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Perceived Delivery, But Little Pocket Gains
- John Fredericks praises policy delivery but warns economic benefits haven't been felt.
- He notes lower turnover and fewer leaks compared with Trump's first term.
Economy Is Experienced Locally
- Fredericks says voters judge presidents by grocery bills and housing affordability.
- He warns Trump is accountable for economic pain even if causes are complex.
Epstein Files Misstep Hurts Credibility
- Both guests view withholding the Epstein files as a major mistake.
- Fredericks says immediate release would've avoided political backlash.