Trump's Approval Rating Falls Below Water as Male and Independent Support Declines
Economic dissatisfaction, legal controversies, and shifting demographics are driving the president's approval rating to a net negative in multiple polls for the first time in his second term.
- Donald Trump's approval rating has turned negative in several recent polls, with disapproval now exceeding approval for the first time in his second term.
- Support from men, a historically strong demographic for Trump, is declining faster than support from women, potentially signaling broader voter fatigue.
- Economic dissatisfaction, particularly concerns about inflation and tariffs, is cited as a key factor in the president's declining popularity.
- Legal battles over Trump's executive actions, including mass federal worker firings and the use of the Alien Enemies Act, are contributing to public backlash.
- Independents, a critical voting bloc, now show a significant net negative view of Trump, with approval dropping to 37% in the latest poll.
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