President Donald Trump’s return to the White House has triggered deep distress among Democrats, driving their party into turmoil as optimism plunges sharply. A recent poll by the Associated Press and NORC Center for Public Affairs Research highlights a severe decline, revealing just 35 percent of Democrats remain either “very or somewhat” hopeful about their party’s future. This is a stark drop of over 20 percentage points from July 2024, when optimism stood around 57 percent.

The alarming news continues: an equally substantial number—36 percent—expressed feelings of pessimism about the Democratic Party’s prospects. Meanwhile, 29 percent are neither optimistic nor pessimistic, seemingly paralyzed as they struggle to accept Trump’s historic 2024 comeback.

Across the broader American electorate, the picture grows even bleaker for Democrats. Just 17 percent of all surveyed Americans express optimism toward the Democratic Party, a figure overshadowed by nearly half (49 percent) who are pessimistic. The remaining third of Americans hold neither view, indicating widespread apathy or uncertainty about the party’s future direction.

These figures reflect a deepening despair among Democratic voters, highlighting their struggle to unify or find effective leadership following Trump’s sweeping electoral success. Trump’s commitment to his America First agenda continues to resonate strongly with voters, leaving Democrats scrambling for answers.

Republicans, in stark contrast, show increasing confidence. Over half of Republican voters (55 percent) report being very or somewhat optimistic about the GOP’s future, clearly reflecting their satisfaction with Trump’s decisive leadership. Compared to July last year, GOP optimism has risen significantly from 47 percent, demonstrating the positive impact of Trump fulfilling his campaign promises.

Approximately 20 percent of Republicans are pessimistic, while another 24 percent are neutral. These figures underscore strong Republican momentum and unity, contrasting sharply with the disarray and division plaguing Democrats.

The poll conducted from May 1-5 involved 1,175 U.S. adults and carried a margin of error of four percentage points. The results underscore a fundamental shift in voter sentiment, highlighting how effectively Trump’s administration continues to deliver on key policy objectives.

Conservatives will see these numbers as further evidence of Trump’s appeal and the profound disconnect between Democrat leadership and their voter base. Democrats face severe internal division, struggling to articulate a compelling vision capable of countering the Republican resurgence.

Trump’s focused governance, especially evident in issues such as border security and economic policy, has directly contributed to heightened GOP optimism. Former acting ICE Director Tom Homan recently praised Trump’s policies, stating, “The Border Wall Saves Lives,” a clear endorsement reflecting broader conservative support.

As Democrats flounder, Republicans remain energized and united, pointing toward significant GOP advantages heading into future elections. Democrats must urgently address internal dissatisfaction, or risk further decline. Republicans, meanwhile, are poised to strengthen their position significantly, leveraging Trump’s proven record of delivering results for American citizens.

This poll underscores a clear truth: under Trump’s leadership, Republicans are ascending while Democrats rapidly lose ground, desperately needing a new strategy. For conservatives, these findings reaffirm Trump’s policies as key to maintaining national strength and party unity, setting the stage for continued GOP success.