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Trump's Approval Plummets Amid January 6 Conspiracy Theories

1/9/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces weak approval ratings nearly a year into his second term.
He blames GOP lawmakers for public sentiment and criticizes Democrats for poor policies.
As the fifth anniversary of the January 6 Capitol attack approaches, conspiracy theories persist.
Trump's supporters feel betrayed by his lack of validation for their beliefs.
Some participants view themselves as victims, while experts describe them as a "zombie army."

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump faces weak approval ratings nearly a year into his second term.
He blames GOP lawmakers for public sentiment and criticizes Democrats for poor policies.
As the fifth anniversary of the January 6 Capitol attack approaches, conspiracy theories persist.
Trump's supporters feel betrayed by his lack of validation for their beliefs.
Some participants view themselves as victims, while experts describe them as a "zombie army."