Summary
President Donald Trump's approval rating has decreased among his supporters according to recent polls. This decline coincides with an ongoing government shutdown, which has led to reductions in benefits like food assistance. The polling indicates that economic concerns might be affecting support for Trump among his base.
Key Facts
- President Trump's approval rating among his supporters has dropped from +74 in August to +70 recently.
- A government shutdown has been ongoing and is now the longest in history, lasting over 36 days.
- The shutdown has led to reduced food assistance benefits, with many recipients getting only 65% of usual benefits.
- Two federal judges ruled that stopping payments for food assistance was unlawful.
- Trump's approval regarding the shutdown has dropped by 7 points among his supporters since October.
- 54% of Trump supporters believe food assistance should continue during the shutdown.
- Trump's net approval on handling the economy among his supporters fell from +70 to +62 since September.
- Economic issues such as rising prices and tariffs are reportedly contributing to declining support for Trump.
