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Trump's Approval Dips Amid Economic Woes, GOP Stays Confident

11/18/2025

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Trump's Approval Declines

U.S. President Donald Trump faces a drop in support among middle-class Americans, with approval down to 40% in November from 44% in September and disapproval up to 58%.
Economic concerns drive the shift: 24% view the economy positively, while 52% say it is worsening.
GOP leaders remain confident in Trump's leadership despite election losses.
Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) says affordability must be addressed to resonate before the 2026 midterms.

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Trump's Support Erodes

U.S. President Donald Trump faces discontent among his supporters as his actions diverge from populist promises.
Critics point to his lavish lifestyle and foreign engagements, including a $20 billion bailout for Argentina, while Americans struggle.
Polls show his approval rating at 33 percent among adults.
Some Republicans express frustration over his focus on foreign policy rather than domestic issues as the longest U.S. government shutdown persists and economic anxiety grows.

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Trump's Approval Declines

U.S. President Donald Trump faces a drop in support among middle-class Americans, with approval down to 40% in November from 44% in September and disapproval up to 58%.
Economic concerns drive the shift: 24% view the economy positively, while 52% say it is worsening.
GOP leaders remain confident in Trump's leadership despite election losses.
Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) says affordability must be addressed to resonate before the 2026 midterms.

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