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Trump's Approval Plummets Amid Economic Woes, Immigration Controversy

2/10/2026

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Trump's Approval Plummets

U.S. President Donald Trump sees Republican approval drop from +90 in October to +76 in February 2026.
Analysts report a net -19 point approval, the lowest rating of his second term.
Economic concerns and the January 24 killing of Alex Pretti by federal immigration officers are factors.
Analysts say the shift could reduce Republican turnout and hinder candidate recruitment ahead of the 2026 midterms.

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Trump Advocates Voting Control

U.S. President Donald Trump urges the Republican Party to nationalize voting.
He seeks federal intervention in elections he calls corrupt.
In a recent podcast, he urged Republicans to take over voting procedures in 15 unspecified states, citing fraud.
The remarks drew criticism within the Republican Party.
The White House attempted damage control in response.

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Trump's Approval Plummets

U.S. President Donald Trump sees Republican approval drop from +90 in October to +76 in February 2026.
Analysts report a net -19 point approval, the lowest rating of his second term.
Economic concerns and the January 24 killing of Alex Pretti by federal immigration officers are factors.
Analysts say the shift could reduce Republican turnout and hinder candidate recruitment ahead of the 2026 midterms.

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