President Trump's Midterm Challenges Intensify Amid Worsened Economic Conditions, CNN Poll Reveals
A new CNN poll conducted by SSRS indicates that President Trump's midterm challenges are deepening due to his record unpopularity and a significantly worsened economic backdrop. His job approval rating has fallen to one-third of Americans, a numeric low for his presidency. Only 27% approve of President Trump's handling of the economy, a 22-point drop from 2018, and only 28% describe economic conditions as good, a 41-point decrease. The economy is a paramount concern for voters, with 68% deeming it 'extremely important' to their vote. Two-thirds of Americans believe President Trump has worsened economic conditions, and majorities report negative financial impacts from the war in Iran and new tariffs. Democrats currently hold an 8-point lead over Republicans in the generic congressional ballot, with 49% supporting a Democratic candidate compared to 41% for a Republican. Voters also express significant uncertainty about their personal finances, with 57% feeling uncertain and nearly half stressed about their f...
