The article discusses the radical actions of Donald Trump during his second term, interpreted as a desperate push to instigate significant damage to the political landscape before the 2026 midterms. While initially painting his approach as disregardful, it also presents evidence suggesting Trump is indeed concerned about Republican prospects in future elections. His endorsement of Mike Lawler is seen as a strategic move to ensure GOP control over the House, highlighting the precariousness of the current political climate for the Republicans.
It's been tough for political journalists to find words to adequately describe the radicalism of Donald Trump's second-term conduct. I've used "smash and grab" to suggest a leader and a following who are intensely aware they are living on borrowed time and need to do as much damage as they possibly can to the policies and institutions they despise before their lease on Washington expires.
Yet we are now seeing some credible reporting suggesting that far from conceding the midterms and doing exactly whatever he wants, Trump really does care about what happens in 2026 and, particularly, whether Republicans can beat the high odds against keeping control of the House.
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