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Trump Claims Career-High Polling Amid Controversial Endorsements

11/5/2025

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed the best polling numbers of his career.
Recent surveys put his approval rating at 37%, the lowest of his second term.
Trump has urged Republicans to end the Senate filibuster to pass legislation, a move the Wall Street Journal warned could backfire.
Trump endorsed Andrew Cuomo in the New York mayoral race.
Trump attacked Zohran Mamdani, labeling him a 'communist'.

History

Historical Context

In 2013, Senate Democrats, led by Harry Reid, invoked the "nuclear option," lowering the filibuster threshold for judicial nominations to a simple majority. This change allowed President Obama to confirm 68 judges amid rising partisan tensions, particularly over the D.C. Circuit nominations. Trump's recent calls to end the filibuster reflect ongoing debates about its impact on legislative effectiveness and future Senate dynamics.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed the best polling numbers of his career.
Recent surveys put his approval rating at 37%, the lowest of his second term.
Trump has urged Republicans to end the Senate filibuster to pass legislation, a move the Wall Street Journal warned could backfire.
Trump endorsed Andrew Cuomo in the New York mayoral race.
Trump attacked Zohran Mamdani, labeling him a 'communist'.

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