Trump Supporters are Leaving the Fold

A solid base is now eroding.

“You’re essentially putting Russia first,” said Chris Ford, 26, a Republican in Dallas, tweaking a president who already had only his “lukewarm” support, as of this week. “It’s hard to see how that’s putting America first.” [1]

Voters seemed to prefer a stronger stance against Russia.

“We should stand our ground,” said Jimmy Treece, a retired construction worker and Trump supporter waiting for a bus in Carlisle, Pa. “There is clearly something wrong here.” [1]

Louis Ballard, of Bardstown, Ky., said he had grown disaffected with the Republican Party after decades of support. [1]

1. The New York Times, July 18, 2018, Matt Flegenheimer – After Putin Meeting, Trump Voters Mostly Dig In. But Cracks Are Showing