Donald Trump is entering the upcoming midterm elections facing significant challenges, according to analysis from Iltalehti’s US studio. University of Turku Professor Benita Heiskanen highlights existing vulnerabilities within Trump’s base that could negatively impact Republican performance in November. A key concern is the state of the US economy, which is causing anxiety among some voters. The situation marks a departure from expectations, with indications Trump’s campaign is not progressing as planned. This analysis suggests the elections will be closely contested and the outcome is far from certain. These factors present a difficult landscape for the former president as he attempts to influence the midterm results.