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Trump Approval Rating Hits New Low With Independents

Trump Approval Rating Hits New Low With Independents

Summary

A new poll by Quinnipiac University shows President Trump's approval rating among independent voters is at its lowest point so far. The poll indicates only 28% of independents approve of his job performance, which is a significant decline from previous surveys.

Key Facts

  • Quinnipiac University conducted the poll from March 6 to March 8, surveying 1,002 registered voters in the U.S.
  • President Trump's overall approval rating is 37%, with 57% disapproving.
  • Among independents, only 28% approve of Trump’s performance, and 66% disapprove.
  • This results in a net approval rating of minus 38 points among independents.
  • Previous Quinnipiac poll data from late January showed 31% of independents approved of Trump, marking a recent decline.
  • The margin of error for the latest poll is plus or minus 3.8 percentage points.
  • Independents played a key role in deciding the 2024 election, making their opinion crucial.
  • Polling expert Brett Lloyd points out that independents judge presidents based on results, not party loyalty.

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