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Supreme Court Approval Hits Record Low at 39%

8/9/2025

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The U.S. Supreme Court's approval rating has plummeted to an all-time low of 39%, fueled by a sharp decline in support from Democrats (11%) and independents (34%). In stark contrast, Republican approval surged to 75%. This dramatic shift comes on the heels of contentious rulings, such as the reversal of Roe v. Wade, reflecting a deeply divided political landscape, as revealed by a Gallup poll.

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The U.S. Supreme Court's approval rating has plummeted to an all-time low of 39%, fueled by a sharp decline in support from Democrats (11%) and independents (34%). In stark contrast, Republican approval surged to 75%. This dramatic shift comes on the heels of contentious rulings, such as the reversal of Roe v. Wade, reflecting a deeply divided political landscape, as revealed by a Gallup poll.