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Trump's Approval Plummets as Shutdown Grips America

10/23/2025

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Trump's Approval Decline

U.S. President Donald Trump is the 13th most popular politician in the United States, with 35% approval, per YouGov.
U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez ranks 6th with 43% approval, up 12 places and 7 percentage points since earlier this year.
A recent Echelon Insights survey shows Trump's disapproval at 53%.
The United States is in its third-longest shutdown, with strongest support around 60% in Wyoming, West Virginia, and Idaho.

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Trump's War Claims

U.S. President Donald Trump compared himself to George Washington and Abraham Lincoln during a White House Rose Garden speech, claiming he had ended eight wars and hinted at a ninth.
The remarks drew ridicule on social media, with critics calling him delusional and noting the gap between his claims and ongoing issues.
The speech coincided with the East Wing demolition to make way for a new White House ballroom.

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Trump's Approval Decline

U.S. President Donald Trump is the 13th most popular politician in the United States, with 35% approval, per YouGov.
U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez ranks 6th with 43% approval, up 12 places and 7 percentage points since earlier this year.
A recent Echelon Insights survey shows Trump's disapproval at 53%.
The United States is in its third-longest shutdown, with strongest support around 60% in Wyoming, West Virginia, and Idaho.

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