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62% Disapprove Trump; Raskin Calls for Mental Test

5/7/2026

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Trump Mental Fitness

Nearly six in ten Americans say President Donald Trump lacks the mental sharpness required to serve as president.
Nationwide surveys show 62% of adults disapprove of Trump’s overall performance and 66% disapprove his handling of the Iran war.
Seventy-six percent disapprove of Trump’s handling of rising prices, noting average gas price $4.44.
Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin requested an assessment of Trump, which the White House called “stupid”.

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Trump Escorts Ships

President Donald Trump announced a humanitarian operation, “Project Freedom,” to escort stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
The initiative will escort stranded vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, ensuring safe passage.
A poll shows 62% disapprove of his overall performance and 66% his Iran war handling.
His approval rating fell to 37% with 75% disapproving cost-of-living handling and inflation at 27%.

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Trump Mental Fitness

Nearly six in ten Americans say President Donald Trump lacks the mental sharpness required to serve as president.
Nationwide surveys show 62% of adults disapprove of Trump’s overall performance and 66% disapprove his handling of the Iran war.
Seventy-six percent disapprove of Trump’s handling of rising prices, noting average gas price $4.44.
Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin requested an assessment of Trump, which the White House called “stupid”.

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