Trump approval rating hits record low at 40% in latest poll
The poll, which included responses from 1,023 adults nationwide, has a margin of error of 3 percentage points. It highlights deep political divisions, with 83% of Republicans supporting Trump compared to just 3% of Democrats. Among independents, roughly one-third approved of his performance.
Trump's previous approval rating stood at 41% in a mid-July poll. Despite campaigning on economic growth and stricter immigration controls, public opinion remains split. About 38% approved of his economic policies, up slightly from 35% in the last survey, while 43% supported his immigration stance, a marginal increase from 41%.
All changes in the poll fall within the margin of error, indicating a stable but declining trend in public approval. - Reuters
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