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Nate Silver Says Donald Trump’s Approval Rating in Uncharted Territory

Nate Silver Says Donald Trump’s Approval Rating in Uncharted Territory

Summary

President Donald Trump's approval rating has reached its lowest point according to Nate Silver's analysis. While approval among his core supporters remains high, there is significant disapproval from Democrats and independents. This shift in approval ratings is occurring as the U.S. approaches the 2026 midterm elections.

Key Facts

  • President Trump's approval rating stands at minus 15.3 percent in Nate Silver's tracker.
  • The decline is mainly due to disapproval from Democrats and independents.
  • Republicans, especially MAGA supporters, largely continue to support Trump.
  • The White House downplays the importance of daily polling numbers.
  • Trump dismissed negative polls, focusing instead on his actions related to the Iran conflict.
  • Nate Silver's model uses a combination of various polls and adjusts for any consistent biases.
  • Trump's approval was stable despite ongoing military actions in Iran, according to other analysts.

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