Donald Trump's Approval Rating Plummets Amidst Epstein Scandal and Policy Failures

Record Disapproval Ratings

• 📉 A new poll from The Economist and YouGov reveals Donald Trump's approval rating has hit a record low for his second term, standing at 41% with a 55% disapproval rating.
• ⚠️ This represents a net negative of 14%, though it is not as low as his net negative 21% rating in November 2017 during his first term.
• 🎯 The poll was conducted after the administration's initial statements on the Epstein scandal, but before Trump's public reaction to it.

Public Opinion on Key Issues

• 🌍 Trump's approval rating reflects widespread public disapproval of his handling of major issues, including immigration, the economy, tariffs, international affairs, and protecting democracy.
• 📊 On every issue measured, Trump is currently underwater with his approval rating, a first for his presidency.
• 🗣️ The speaker suggests that those who supported Trump and are now suffering the consequences voted for these outcomes.

Epstein Scandal and Government Transparency

• 🔍 The poll indicates that 67% of Americans believe the government is hiding evidence related to Jeffrey Epstein, with only 8% believing the government is being transparent.
• 📄 A significant majority, 79%, believe the government should release all documents pertaining to the Epstein case.
• 🤷 Approximately 25% of respondents were unsure or considered incompetent regarding the Epstein evidence, while 8% were deemed stupid for believing the government was honest.

Shrinking Support Base

• 👥 The speaker asserts that the vocal minority of Trump supporters on social media represents a shrinking group.
• 📉 With each new poll, the cohort of people defending and celebrating Trump's actions is diminishing.