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Trump’s GOP Influence Endures as Economic Approval Drops

5/21/2026

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Trump Approval Falls

A new AP-NORC poll shows Republican approval of President Donald Trump’s economic handling fell to 60% from 80% in February.
President Donald Trump’s endorsed candidate defeated Rep. Thomas Massie in a Republican primary, confirming Trump’s influence within the party.
Two-thirds of Republicans back Trump’s Iran war stance, while most Democrats and ~70% independents disapprove.
About 80% of Grand Old Party (GOP) support immigration, approval rising to 37% (up from 33%).

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Trump Buys Shares

President Donald Trump purchased Thermo Fisher shares on March 11, the same day he toured and praised its Ohio plant.
The stock purchase raised conflict-of-interest concerns as the president publicly endorsed the company.
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand called the trades a betrayal and urged banning trading by elected officials.
CREW spokesperson Meghan Faulkner said the trades create a conflict, from policies that harm Americans.

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Trump Approval Falls

A new AP-NORC poll shows Republican approval of President Donald Trump’s economic handling fell to 60% from 80% in February.
President Donald Trump’s endorsed candidate defeated Rep. Thomas Massie in a Republican primary, confirming Trump’s influence within the party.
Two-thirds of Republicans back Trump’s Iran war stance, while most Democrats and ~70% independents disapprove.
About 80% of Grand Old Party (GOP) support immigration, approval rising to 37% (up from 33%).

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