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President Trump’s approval ratings are slumping at the end of 2025 after a year of facing criticism on multiple fronts. Polls show his approval hovering around the low 40s, with significant disapproval related to his handling of the economy (including inflation), immigration, and his association with the Epstein case. Even some Republicans are expressing dissatisfaction. Key issues driving the decline include his stance on immigration, the controversial raids on Venezuela, the DOJ’s handling of the Epstein files, and general dissatisfaction with the economy. Congress also has extremely low approval as well.

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Trump Approval Ratings Plunge as Year Closes

Washington, D.C. (TIME) – President Donald Trump is ending 2025 with significantly lower approval ratings than when he swept back into office at the beginning of the year. Multiple polls show the President’s approval underwater, with growing discontent even within his own party.

A recent Gallup poll puts Trump’s approval at just 36%, supported primarily by Republicans (89%) with minimal support from Democrats (3%) and Independents (25%). An Economist/YouGov poll paints a similar picture, showing disapproval exceeding approval by a significant margin.

Several factors contribute to the decline. The economy, specifically inflation and the cost of living, is a major concern for Americans. His hard-line immigration policies, including large deportation efforts and restrictions on legal immigration, are also drawing increasing criticism.

The President’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case is proving particularly damaging. The heavily redacted release of files related to the case by the Department of Justice has fueled conspiracy theories and accusations of a cover-up, even among some of Trump’s staunchest supporters. Also facing widespread criticism is Trump’s escalating pressure campaign against Venezuela.

While the President acknowledged the dip in ratings, blaming disagreements within his conservative base, public sentiment suggests a broader dissatisfaction with his policies and performance. Compounding the President’s woes, Congress also faces historically low approval numbers.

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