Donald Trump hits back at new approval ratings that show dismal support for his presidency 10 months in. In a fiery response on social media, he dismisses the polls as fake and touts his accomplishments despite negative feedback.
Donald Trump has fired back at recent approval ratings that portray an unfavorable view of his presidency. Ten months into his second term, the numbers paint a concerning picture for the president, showing a sharp decline in public support.
The latest approval poll, conducted by The Economist, has drawn the ire of Trump, who took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to label the numbers as “fake.” According to the poll, Trump’s net approval rating stands at a concerning -17%, marking a drop of 0.5 points from the previous week as the government remains in shutdown.
Despite the grim figures, Trump’s supporters continue to defend him. Only 39% of respondents expressed a favorable opinion of the president, while 56% voiced disapproval—a stark contrast that leaves the disapproval rate hovering at well over half. Trump’s reaction to these numbers is hardly a surprise, as he has frequently dismissed unfavorable polls, including a previous one from Fox News that indicated 52% of Americans felt the economy was in worse shape under his leadership.
In his fiery response on Truth Social, Trump stated, “After winning THREE Elections, BY A LOT, I am now getting the best Polling Numbers that I have ever received.” The former president appears to be referencing his 2016 and 2020 victories, though many of his supporters still dispute the outcome of the 2020 election.
Trump went on to tout various aspects of his presidency, including economic growth, border security, and falling energy prices. He criticized what he described as “radical left losers” for allegedly manipulating poll results to undermine his popularity.
“These ads should not be allowed to run because they are FAKE!” Trump added, implying that the polling numbers reflected bias rather than reality.
The The Economist poll isn’t the only one reflecting a low approval rating for Trump. Statistician Nate Silver’s Silver Bulletin, which aggregates data from multiple polling sources, also reported a net approval rating of -9.5% as of October 27.
Despite these negative numbers, Trump remains defiant, continuing to criticize both the polls and the media outlets reporting them. Whether or not his strategy of attacking the polls will help his approval remains to be seen, but it’s clear that the president is not backing down from his claims.
Conclusion:
As Trump’s second term unfolds, his approval ratings continue to be a point of contention. While the president dismisses these numbers as fake, the reality remains that over half of the population remains unsatisfied with his leadership. The battle between the president and pollsters is likely to continue as both sides claim victory in a deeply divided political landscape.
