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Trump's Approval Ratings Plummet Amid Partisan Divide

9/10/2025

Summary

Story summary

President Trump's approval ratings range from 36% to 48%, with an overall approval of 42% and 56% disapproving.
A Gallup poll reveals a 92-point approval gap between Republicans (93%) and Democrats (1%).
His economic management has a 39% approval, while 67% disapprove of his handling of the Epstein files.
Disapproval is highly partisan: 84% of Republicans approve, compared to 98% of Democrats.
Approval among younger voters and Hispanics has significantly declined, impacting ratings on key issues.

History

Historical Context

In 1994, President Bill Clinton's approval ratings fell to 37% amid significant partisan divides, with a 56-point gap between Democrats (85%) and Republicans (29%). Today, President Trump's approval ratings reflect a staggering 92-point partisan gap, underscoring the increasing polarization in American politics. This trend complicates bipartisan governance and suggests that party affiliation heavily influences public approval ratings.

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Story summary

President Trump's approval ratings range from 36% to 48%, with an overall approval of 42% and 56% disapproving.
A Gallup poll reveals a 92-point approval gap between Republicans (93%) and Democrats (1%).
His economic management has a 39% approval, while 67% disapprove of his handling of the Epstein files.
Disapproval is highly partisan: 84% of Republicans approve, compared to 98% of Democrats.
Approval among younger voters and Hispanics has significantly declined, impacting ratings on key issues.

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