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Trump's Approval Plummets Amid Public Dismay and Controversies

8/20/2025

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Trump's Low Approval

Trump's approval rating is at 40%, with a 54% disapproval rate, indicating public dissatisfaction.
61% of Americans oppose Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," which proposes funding tax breaks and border security through Medicaid cuts.
54% of respondents express concern over Trump's alignment with Russia following meetings with Putin and Zelenskyy.
60% disapprove of Trump's handling of the Epstein investigation.
Trump's approval ratings are lower than previous presidents at similar term points.

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Trump's Unpopular Bill

Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" has a net favorability rating of -19% to -22%, making it highly unpopular.
Republicans are attempting to rebrand the bill with names like "Working Family Tax Cuts" to enhance its appeal.
Critics argue the bill favors high-income households, cuts Medicaid, and adds $3.4 trillion to the federal deficit over ten years.
The Vice President and GOP strategists are promoting the bill despite significant public opposition.

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Trump's Low Approval

Trump's approval rating is at 40%, with a 54% disapproval rate, indicating public dissatisfaction.
61% of Americans oppose Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," which proposes funding tax breaks and border security through Medicaid cuts.
54% of respondents express concern over Trump's alignment with Russia following meetings with Putin and Zelenskyy.
60% disapprove of Trump's handling of the Epstein investigation.
Trump's approval ratings are lower than previous presidents at similar term points.

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