Some Republicans running in closely contested races have reportedly told President Donald Trump's campaign that they do not want him to campaign in their districts this fall, according to a recent report. A senior Republican involved in a competitive House race said, "We've told them he cannot come," adding that Trump's presence would not help their chances. The report highlights that the Republican Party has not yet settled on a unified strategy regarding Trump, whose approval ratings have reached historic lows. Despite the reluctance from some lawmakers, Trump has no intention of staying out of the campaign. At a Rose Garden dinner with battleground Republicans, he stated he would be heavily involved in the final 30 days of the election season. His polling numbers, however, show that he is less popular than at any other time in his political career. A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll found Trump's approval rating at 33 percent, the lowest since the poll began, with a majority of voters disapproving of his handling of the economy and the cost of living. Other polls, including one from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, also showed similarly low approval ratings. Trump's support among Republicans has declined from 89 percent in April 2025 to 75 percent, and his approval among 2024 voters has dropped by 10 points. Trump's political influence is further complicated by the large amount of money in his super PAC, which holds over $400 million. This financial power gives him leverage over candidates who may otherwise avoid his presence on the campaign trail. One Republican in a competitive race described the internal guidance as: "You're f***ed if you mention him too much, and you're also f***ed if you don't stay in his good graces." This highlights the delicate balance many Republicans are trying to maintain between aligning with Trump and appealing to voters who may be turned off by his presence. While Trump has announced plans to campaign in states like Alaska and Texas, where he won decisively in 2024, party officials have expressed confidence in his support across districts. Representative Richard Hudson, who leads the National Republican Congressional Committee, said Trump is a "net positive" in every district and encouraged him to hold more rallies. However, some Republicans are taking a more cautious approach. Representative Mike Lawler is running an ad featuring Trump calling him "a pain in the a**" at a rally, while others, like Representative Tom Barrett, are avoiding events where Trump might speak. Despite these differences, the Republican Party remains deeply tied to Trump's influence, with many operatives saying it is nearly impossible to move away from his brand.