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95% of MAGA Republicans approve of Trump. For non-MAGA Republicans, it's 47%.

Three national polls show President Trump's approval rating hitting new lows as Democrats lead Republicans by 8 to 10 points ahead of the midterms." Why it matters: Republicans need Trump's loyalists to turn out, but embracing an unpopular president risks alienating independents they need to win competitive races . Driving the news: New polls from the Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos , NBC News and…

95% of MAGA Republicans approve of Trump. For non-MAGA Republicans, it's 47%.

Three national opinion surveys released this week indicate that President Donald Trump's approval rating has reached record lows during his second term. According to the Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll, Trump's approval stands at 33%, the lowest recorded in his two terms. NBC News and Fox News polls place his approval at 34% and 36%, respectively.

These figures represent a significant decline in support for the former president, particularly in comparison to his earlier approval ratings. Democrats have widened their lead over Republicans among registered voters, with the Post poll showing an 8-point gap, Fox a 9-point gap, and NBC a 10-point gap. While Trump's handling of the economy, including concerns over inflation and the cost of living, has emerged as a major vulnerability, even Republicans are increasingly dissatisfied with his performance.

Fox and NBC polls find that 76% and 79% of Republicans, respectively, have a favorable view of Trump. However, the picture is far less positive among non-MAGA Republicans, with 47% approving of him. This growing divide within the Republican Party poses a challenge for candidates seeking to appeal to both Trump's devoted base and independents who may be wary of supporting an unpopular leader.

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