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Two-thirds of Americans say country is headed in the wrong direction: Poll

Two-thirds of Americans say country is headed in the wrong direction: Poll

Summary

A recent ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll shows that two-thirds of Americans believe the country is moving in the wrong direction. President Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to 37%, with majorities disapproving of how he is handling key issues like the economy, inflation, and the situation with Iran.

Key Facts

  • 66% of Americans say the country is headed in the wrong direction.
  • President Trump's overall approval rating is 37%, the lowest in his current term.
  • His disapproval rating is 62%, the highest recorded during both of his presidential terms.
  • 76% of Americans disapprove of how Trump is managing the cost of living.
  • 72% disapprove of his handling of inflation.
  • About two-thirds disapprove of how Trump is handling the economy and relations with Iran and U.S. allies.
  • 85% of Republicans approve of Trump, but the share who strongly approve has decreased to 45%.
  • Democrats hold a 5-point lead over Republicans in midterm election preferences according to the poll.
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