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Trump's Approval Plummets Amid Government Shutdown Crisis

11/10/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump had a net approval rating of -13 points as of November 8, 2025, the lowest of his second term, per pollster Nate Silver.
The drop stems from the ongoing government shutdown, which has negatively impacted food assistance programs and increased economic anxiety among voters.
A YouGov/Economist survey indicated that Trump's approval among his supporters fell to +70, signaling potential cracks in his political base.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump had a net approval rating of -13 points as of November 8, 2025, the lowest of his second term, per pollster Nate Silver.
The drop stems from the ongoing government shutdown, which has negatively impacted food assistance programs and increased economic anxiety among voters.
A YouGov/Economist survey indicated that Trump's approval among his supporters fell to +70, signaling potential cracks in his political base.