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Trump's Approval Plummets Amid Rising Democratic Enthusiasm

2/24/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces record-low approval ahead of the State of the Union.
Aides urge him to focus on affordability.
Jim VandeHei, Axios founder, said on Morning Joe that Trump believes he is performing well despite fears about losing the House.
VandeHei notes a large enthusiasm gap, with Democrats motivated and Republicans unmotivated.
Local and state races show Democrats outperforming previous results, signaling trouble for Republicans.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces record-low approval ahead of the State of the Union.
Aides urge him to focus on affordability.
Jim VandeHei, Axios founder, said on Morning Joe that Trump believes he is performing well despite fears about losing the House.
VandeHei notes a large enthusiasm gap, with Democrats motivated and Republicans unmotivated.
Local and state races show Democrats outperforming previous results, signaling trouble for Republicans.