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Trump's Approval Rating Plummets Amidst Key Concerns

8/17/2025

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Trump's Approval Declines

Trump's approval rating among his base decreased from 88% in June to 85% in August.
Confidence in his foreign policy handling, especially regarding the Russia-Ukraine war, fell to 73% among Republicans.
Approval of Trump's economic management dropped from 90% in January to 79%.
Trust in Trump's honesty declined from 77% in January to 71% among Republicans.

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Newsom Highlights Trump's Ratings

California Gov. Gavin Newsom pointed out Donald Trump's approval ratings, currently at 37% and 38%.
Republican Rep. Darrell Issa argued Trump's support is stronger than polls indicate.
Public perception of Trump's personal qualities has worsened, with fewer Americans seeing him as "mentally sharp" or honest.
No president has recorded lower approval ratings at this stage in their term.

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Trump's Approval Declines

Trump's approval rating among his base decreased from 88% in June to 85% in August.
Confidence in his foreign policy handling, especially regarding the Russia-Ukraine war, fell to 73% among Republicans.
Approval of Trump's economic management dropped from 90% in January to 79%.
Trust in Trump's honesty declined from 77% in January to 71% among Republicans.

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