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Trump's Approval Plummets Amid Shutdown Frustration

10/15/2025

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Trump's Approval Plummets

Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen to 45% and his disapproval to 53%, tying a record low for his second term.
The partial government shutdown has driven public frustration, with voters blaming Republicans more than Democrats.
Polls show Trump's net approval at -8 points as the 2026 midterm elections approach.
Ninety-four percent of left-wing voters disapprove of Trump, underscoring polarization and concerns about the shutdown’s impact on his political future.

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Agencies' Approval Ratings

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approval fell 20 points to 26% after Trump's return to office, amid mismanagement and cuts to essential programs.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) fell 9 points to 31% under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rose 10 points to 42%, reflecting support for Trump's immigration policies.
The moves show a polarized response to the administration's handling of agencies.

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Trump's Approval Plummets

Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen to 45% and his disapproval to 53%, tying a record low for his second term.
The partial government shutdown has driven public frustration, with voters blaming Republicans more than Democrats.
Polls show Trump's net approval at -8 points as the 2026 midterm elections approach.
Ninety-four percent of left-wing voters disapprove of Trump, underscoring polarization and concerns about the shutdown’s impact on his political future.

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