Republicans after the midterms: A shift to the center

Following the midterm elections, the Trump coalition has fractured, with key voter groups abandoning the president over broken promises. Trump has conceded defeat, but his subsequent behavior reinforced perceptions of self-interest. Democrats are preparing a major legislative cleanup, though they remain divided on whether to pursue impeachment proceedings against Trump. The party faces internal debate over its next steps. Republicans are beginning to distance themselves from Trump, with significant internal reform expected. Vice President JD Vance faces particular difficulty navigating this political shift.