Summary
President Donald Trump's support among men is steadily decreasing according to recent polls. Economic dissatisfaction appears to be a main reason, as many male voters express concerns over the rising cost of living and the economy's state.
Key Facts
- President Trump's approval among male voters has dropped from 45% in August to 42% in October.
- In 2024, 55% of male voters supported Trump, an increase from 2020.
- Among young men aged 18-44, Trump's support rose from 45% in 2020 to 53% in 2024.
- Support among Black men increased from 12% in 2020 to 25% in 2024, and among Hispanic men from 38% to 48%.
- Inflation in August rose to 2.9%, the highest since January.
- The unemployment rate reached 4.3%, the highest level in four years.
- U.S. government is shut down due to a funding deadlock, impacting the economy.
- Economic growth could decrease by 0.1 to 0.2 percentage points each week the shutdown continues.
- 54% of men disapprove of Trump's handling of the government shutdown.