President Donald Trump has had a whirlwind first eight months in office. While his actions are often unconventional and unprecedented, they have had little impact on his approval ratings in recent months.
Trump has deployed troops in American cities, issued (and changed) widespread tariffs and stirred many a controversy in the name of trolling his political opponents. He has been taken to court repeatedly as he tests the limits of the executive branch’s power.
While his approval rating is historically low compared to other presidents (only his first presidency was worse), it has also mostly plateaued since he passed his 100-day mark.
Now, he must face another popularity challenge: the government shutdown that started Oct. 1. Both Democrats and Republicans are trying to pin it on the other party.
What is Trump’s approval rating? Here is what we know:
Shock in the Polls
New approval ratings reveal exactly what Americans think …
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