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Trump's Approval Stagnates Amid Foreign Policy Backlash

1/15/2026

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Trump's Approval Stagnates

U.S. President Donald Trump faces stagnant approval in his second term, with about 40% approving.
Polls show concerns about his focus on foreign intervention and the economy, with 37% approving his economic handling.
Sixty percent disapprove of his foreign policy approach.
Trump's military actions surged to 573 air and drone strikes in his first year, surpassing Biden's entire term.

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Trump Revokes Visas

In 2025, the State Department revoked more than 100,000 visas, a record high that doubles 2024.
The action aligns with U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order on foreign vetting.
Most revocations affected business and tourist travelers who overstayed visas, with students and specialized workers losing their status due to criminal encounters.
The administration enforces stricter visa standards, including a 'public charge' rule that screens for reliance on public benefits.

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Trump's Approval Stagnates

U.S. President Donald Trump faces stagnant approval in his second term, with about 40% approving.
Polls show concerns about his focus on foreign intervention and the economy, with 37% approving his economic handling.
Sixty percent disapprove of his foreign policy approach.
Trump's military actions surged to 573 air and drone strikes in his first year, surpassing Biden's entire term.

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