You know things are bad for the president when his Administration's mouthpiece says Republican operatives think he may drop out of the race.
"It's too early, but if the polls continue to worsen, you can see a scenario where he drops out," one GOP operative who asked to remain anonymous told Fox News.
Another GOP source cited in the story says "I've heard the talk but I doubt it's true. My bet is, he drops if he believes there's no way to win."
Trump's polling numbers have been on the steep decline over the past few weeks due to his lackluster handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and the White House's response to the protests following the death of George Floyd.
"The poll numbers are definitely concerning," Dan Eberhart, a major donor and bundler for the president and other Republicans, told Fox News.
Eberhart said that since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, "what's really cause for concern for me is the slipping with the poll numbers with seniors. That's something that I'm personally watching."
A recent poll by the New York Times and Siena College shows Trump running two points behind Joe Bidenamong voters 65 and older. For some perspective, Trump beat Hillary Clinton with the same demographic by seven points.
A big reason for his loss of popularity among older Americans is his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic which has killed tens of thousands of seniors.
On a national level, pollster Nate Silver has Biden leading Trump by 9.6 points, 51.1% to 41.5%.
Two weeks ago, the New York Times ran a story saying that Trump's advisors are concerned he's lost his enthusiasm for the job and the upcoming election.
"But for now, they said, the president is acting trapped and defensive, and his self-destructive behavior has been so out of step for an incumbent in an election year that many advisers wonder if he is truly interested in serving a second term," the story reads.
Trump has also faced criticism over his lack of vision for a second term, especially as America sits on the verge of an economic meltdown and people are protesting in the streets.
His advisors say that he has little interest in the responsibility that comes with being president. He's in the race because he's afraid of being known as a "loser" or a "one-term president."
"The president has told me [on multiple occasions] that he is determined to not be a one-termer, and says that history forever remembers them as 'losers,'" said a former senior Trump administration official, told The Daily Beast.
"A lot of it is about legacy for him and how he will be remembered. And if he loses, I don't think he'll take a defeat [at the hands of] Biden, of all possible people, lightly," the former advisor added.
So, if Trump reaches the point where he's sure he's going to lose, would it be less humiliating for him to quit the race and be a one-term president of his own volition or by losing at the ballot box and being forever considering himself a "loser"?
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.