The News Agents - USA Clinton, Epstein and Trump's dire polling
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Feb 11, 2026 Doug Sosnik, senior advisor and pollster who served with President Bill Clinton, offers sharp takes on polling, voter groups and why turnout shifts hurt Republicans. He discusses the idea of an 'Epstein class' and how released files feed belief in elite impunity. He also explores political shamelessness and what Democrats must offer to win back persuadable voters.
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Three Voter Blocs Around Trump
- Roughly 45% of Americans intensely dislike Donald Trump while about 40% will back him no matter what.
- A crucial 15% swing group supports his policies but is personally uncomfortable with him and has started to abandon him.
Economy And Immigration Drain Support
- Voter dissatisfaction stems primarily from affordability and perceived failure to improve everyday economic life.
- Trump underperformed on promised economic improvements and on immigration tactics, costing him broader support.
K-Shaped Economy Explains Voter Disconnect
- Macroeconomic gains concentrate among the top earners, creating a K-shaped recovery that many voters don't feel.
- The top 10% drive consumption gains while the bottom 60% see little improvement, disconnecting economic data from lived experience.