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Trump's Approval Plummets Ahead of Critical Midterms

12/6/2025

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has a net approval rating of -19%, a second-term low.
Support has declined among independents and white, college-educated men, with 26% approving of his economic management.
Ahead of the 2026 midterms, these ratings could hinder Republican strategies in battleground states, compounded by a Supreme Court review of immigration policies.

History

Historical Context

The Watergate scandal, which began with a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters on June 17, 1972, led to President Richard Nixon's resignation on August 9, 1974. This event drastically reduced public trust in government, with only 25% of Americans approving of the presidency afterward. Today, Donald Trump's -19% approval rating reflects similar disillusionment, potentially impacting the 2026 midterms.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has a net approval rating of -19%, a second-term low.
Support has declined among independents and white, college-educated men, with 26% approving of his economic management.
Ahead of the 2026 midterms, these ratings could hinder Republican strategies in battleground states, compounded by a Supreme Court review of immigration policies.

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