Why a second Trump term and a Democratic Congress could be a nightmare scenario for the GOP
By David McLennan, Opinion Contributor — 11/23/19 06:00 PM EST
At this point in the impeachment inquiry, it appears unlikely President Trump will be removed from office, even though it is likely the House will impeach him. But the Republican Party’s worst nightmare—a second term with a Democratic Congress—might yet happen.
But a Democratic Congress might just be the beginning. Given the president’s reelection prospects, short political coattails, and malleable political beliefs, and huge ego this scenario may mean that Trump abandons the policies and style that has made him enduringly popular among those in his base.
The president’s strong support from Republican senators, along with continued support from his Republican base, makes Trump’s prospects for reelection in 2020 better than average. Recent results from the Meredith Poll show that Trump runs well against the top five Democratic challengers, despite his potential impeachment by the House.
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