Democrats are experiencing heightened internal conflict after Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's support of a Republican spending bill. Party members are engaging in tough discussions about their ideological direction and political strategy while addressing the electoral setbacks. Rep. Maxwell Frost highlighted the urgent necessity for the party to regroup, especially in light of alarming election exit polls that show Trump's increasing appeal among traditionally Democratic demographics. This discontent extends to a broader public dissatisfaction, where only about 30% of Americans hold a favorable view of the party.
I think we're in a place internally where we're having these family discussions and figuring out what the path forward is, said Rep. Maxwell Frost.
Trump won voters without a college degree and those who made less than $100,000 in annual income, alarming Democrats.
Recent polls underscore the challenge as only about 3 in 10 U.S. adults had a favorable view of the Democratic Party.
Democrats have been struggling to coalesce behind a political strategy as they confront President Trump and the Republican majorities.
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