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Trump's Approval Plummets Amid Tariff Backlash and Economic Woes

4/18/2025

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President Trump's approval ratings have taken a hit, with disapproval now outpacing approval at 50% to 42% as of mid-April 2025. The backlash over tariffs and economic worries has fueled this decline. While he still enjoys solid backing from Republicans, growing discontent among independent voters could spell trouble for the upcoming 2026 midterm elections.

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President Trump's approval ratings have taken a hit, with disapproval now outpacing approval at 50% to 42% as of mid-April 2025. The backlash over tariffs and economic worries has fueled this decline. While he still enjoys solid backing from Republicans, growing discontent among independent voters could spell trouble for the upcoming 2026 midterm elections.