**[Trump Sweeps Republican Primaries, But Midterm Elections Remain Uncertain]** BlockBeats News, June 1 — According to a report by *The New York Times*, as the 2026 U.S. midterm elections approach, President Donald Trump’s grip on the Republican Party has further strengthened. Statistics from multiple media outlets show that candidates endorsed by Trump have maintained an exceptionally high win rate in this year’s Republican primaries. Cases such as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeating veteran Senator John Cornyn are seen as the latest manifestation of Trump’s dominance over the Republican agenda. However, analysts believe that Trump’s success in party primaries does not necessarily translate into victories in the midterm elections. With economic, inflation, and foreign policy issues continuing to intensify, the Republican Party still faces challenges in appealing to a broader voter base. Some Republican strategists are concerned that Trump’s ongoing push for a “loyalty-first” candidate selection mechanism may weaken the party’s competitiveness in swing states and among moderate voters. Meanwhile, the Democratic Party is attempting to leverage Trump’s declining approval ratings and the historical trend of “pressure on the ruling party during midterm elections” to vie for control of Congress. Although Trump has largely completed his reshaping of the Republican Party, the 2026 midterm elections will serve as a critical test of whether his political influence can translate into nationwide victories. [Original Link]