Trump’s approval rating with independents hits a new low ahead of the State of the Union
CNN • • general
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump's approval ratings have declined significantly, with only 32% of Americans believing he has the right priorities and 61% feeling his policies will move the country in the wrong direction, marking his lowest ratings to date.
- Trump's approval among political independents has dropped to 26%, the lowest in his presidency, while overall job approval remains at 36%, with notable declines among Latino Americans and younger voters under 45.
- Republican support for Trump has softened, with approval falling below 50% for the first time this term, and younger Republicans expressing more skepticism about his priorities and policies compared to older GOP members.
- The economy and cost of living are the top issues Americans want Trump to address in his State of the
