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Trump Superstore Near Knoxville Closing, Owner Cites Slow Sales

8/18/2026

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The Trump Superstore near Knoxville, Tennessee is closing.
Owner Bill Hays says he is not moving to Florida and blames lack of business for the closure.
Employee Dan says President Donald Trump’s popularity is dwindling and notes Republicans worry about paying bills.
The Economist poll tracker shows Trump’s overall approval rating has fallen to lows, with his affordability rating 43 percentage points underwater.

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The Trump Superstore near Knoxville, Tennessee is closing.
Owner Bill Hays says he is not moving to Florida and blames lack of business for the closure.
Employee Dan says President Donald Trump’s popularity is dwindling and notes Republicans worry about paying bills.
The Economist poll tracker shows Trump’s overall approval rating has fallen to lows, with his affordability rating 43 percentage points underwater.