Brazilian mystic and self-described prophet Athos Salomé has issued a stark warning about the political future of U.S. President Donald Trump, predicting that 2026 could become one of the most challenging years of his presidency. Known online as the “Living Nostradamus,” Salomé has built an international following through high-profile forecasts touching on global politics, royal affairs, technology, and cultural trends. His latest prediction turns its focus squarely on Washington—and, he says, the outlook is far from stable.
Salomé, 38, has previously claimed to foresee major developments involving the British Royal Family, including what he has described as a significant event tied to the health of a senior royal figure toward the end of the year. He has also offered predictions on the long-term consequences of weight-loss drugs, the accelerating influence of artificial intelligence, and the social and economic pressures facing Generation Z. Now, however, his attention has shifted to the political balance of power in the United States.
According to Salomé, the central risk for Trump in 2026 will not stem from personal scandal or legal exposure, but from a rapidly shifting political landscape that could undermine the administration’s ability to govern effectively. He suggests that the president’s popularity may decline as the year unfolds, placing congressional control—and legislative momentum—in jeopardy.
Midterms as a Defining Moment
In remarks given to Tyla, Salomé warned that the November 2026 midterm elections could represent a turning point for the Trump presidency. He predicts a “high likelihood” that the Republican Party will lose at least one chamber of Congress, a development that would dramatically alter the balance of power in Washington.
“The congressional majority is really at risk,” Salomé said, citing a combination of historical patterns and present-day political conditions. He pointed to falling presidential approval ratings, a reinvigorated Democratic base, and what he described as a long-standing tendency for voters to punish the party in power during midterm elections.
“These factors together put the administration on their toes,” Salomé said. “They light warning signals across the Trump presidency.”
Political analysts often note that midterms tend to favor the opposition party, particularly when margins in Congress are already slim. Salomé echoed that assessment, arguing that narrow legislative control leaves little room for error. In his view, even modest shifts in public opinion could have outsized consequences in 2026.
A Shift Toward Executive Power
While Salomé foresees trouble for Republicans on Capitol Hill, he does not predict political paralysis. Instead, he believes the administration will adapt by relying more heavily on executive authority.
“With Congress withered, the administration may depend more on unilateral tools,” Salomé said. He listed executive orders, administrative regulations, and agreements with allied state governors as the primary mechanisms through which the White House would seek to advance its agenda.
He described 2026 as a year of “governance by pen,” in which presidential authority increasingly substitutes for legislative consensus. In this scenario, the president turns to administrative actions to compensate for what Salomé characterizes as diminishing parliamentary support.
According to the mystic, this shift would not be temporary. Rather, it would shape the broader political narrative leading into the next election cycle. “This becomes the agenda that defines the electoral discourse,” he said, suggesting that debates over executive power, institutional limits, and democratic norms would intensify.
The Core of Trumpism in 2026
Salomé believes that Trump’s political identity in 2026 will continue to revolve around a familiar set of themes, sharpened by legislative uncertainty. He identified three primary fronts that he expects to dominate the administration’s messaging and policy focus.
The first is border security, an issue that has long been central to Trump’s political brand. Salomé predicts renewed emphasis on immigration enforcement and border control as a way to energize the president’s base amid congressional resistance.
The second front is trade, which Salomé described as “trade warfare.” He foresees continued confrontations over tariffs, supply chains, and economic nationalism, framed as efforts to protect domestic industries and American workers.
The third front is an open confrontation with what Trump has previously labeled “judicial activism” and the “federal bureaucracy.” Salomé predicts that tensions between the executive branch and the courts, as well as unelected federal agencies, will escalate, particularly if legislative avenues are blocked.
“This is a familiar formula,” Salomé said, “but one that is exacerbated by an environment of legislative uncertainty.”
Tensions Within the Republican Party
Despite predicting electoral risk, Salomé does not foresee an immediate challenge to Trump’s dominance within the Republican Party. He believes the president’s leadership will remain outwardly strong, even as internal unease grows.
“The quiet tension within the Republican Party will continue,” Salomé said. “Trump’s leadership will remain dominant—or at least appear to be.”
Behind the scenes, however, he predicts rising anxiety among party leaders and strategists as polling data points to significant midterm vulnerabilities. Salomé described this dynamic as “strategy, not rupture,” suggesting that while Republicans may harbor concerns about Trump’s electoral impact, they remain dependent on his ability to mobilize the party’s base.
“The party needs Trump to galvanize supporters,” he said, “but is afraid of absorbing the electoral cost.”
This internal balancing act, Salomé suggests, could shape Republican decision-making throughout 2026, influencing candidate recruitment, messaging strategies, and legislative priorities.
A Prediction for the First Lady
Salomé also offered a forecast concerning First Lady Melania Trump, predicting that her public presence will become increasingly selective in 2026. According to the mystic, she will remain largely discreet, scaling back participation in certain travel engagements and fundraising events.
“This is not a sign of marital crisis or institutional distancing,” Salomé emphasized. “It is calculated stability.”
He argued that changes to the traditional role of the First Lady should not be interpreted as a loss of influence. Instead, he described her evolving position as a strategic repositioning rather than a retreat.
“The destruction of the East Wing doesn’t erode her personal importance,” Salomé said, referring metaphorically to institutional shifts. “It repositions her function.”
In his view, Melania Trump would assume a more curated role, becoming what he described as the “official guardian” of key presidential moments rather than the head of a highly visible political operation.
Where the Greatest Risk Lies
Salomé concluded his prediction with a clear assertion: the greatest hazard facing Trump in 2026 is political, not personal or legal. He dismissed criminal proceedings or private matters as secondary concerns compared to the structural challenges posed by a potentially hostile Congress.
“The real tension is at a political level,” he said. “The true threat is a less welcoming Congress after the midterms.”
If current trends continue, Salomé believes the president will enter the latter half of 2026 navigating far more turbulent waters. He predicts increasing legislative resistance, heightened scrutiny, and greater reliance on unilateral executive authority to maintain momentum.
“Trump will be burdened by legislative pushback and civil penalties,” Salomé said, “and will rely much more heavily on executive power.”
Whether one views Salomé’s predictions as prophecy, political intuition, or speculation, his warning aligns with concerns frequently raised by analysts about midterm dynamics and divided government. As 2026 approaches, the balance between executive authority and congressional power may once again become one of the defining questions of American politics.
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