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Trump's Approval Plummets Amid Economic Anxiety and Backlash

11/20/2025

Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump sees his approval rating drop to 38%, the lowest since his second term began, amid concerns over his economic policies and inflation.
A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds 36% of Americans believe the country is on the right track.
Immigration policy backlash is evident in Aurora, Colorado, where progressive candidates defeated conservative incumbents.
Economic anxiety persists across demographics, with rural residents remaining cautiously optimistic despite rising costs.

History

Historical Context

President Richard Nixon resigned on August 9, 1974, amid the Watergate scandal, leading to a significant decline in public trust, with only 27% of Americans believing the country was on the right track. This historical disillusionment echoes today, as President Donald Trump's approval rating stands at 38%, reflecting ongoing economic concerns and immigration policy backlash, highlighting the cyclical nature of political trust in America.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump sees his approval rating drop to 38%, the lowest since his second term began, amid concerns over his economic policies and inflation.
A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds 36% of Americans believe the country is on the right track.
Immigration policy backlash is evident in Aurora, Colorado, where progressive candidates defeated conservative incumbents.
Economic anxiety persists across demographics, with rural residents remaining cautiously optimistic despite rising costs.

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