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Trump's approval rating plummets to new low ahead of critical midterms: 'More work to do'

'Fox News Sunday' panelists debate the geopolitical and economic fallout from the Iran war, its effect on U.S. gas prices and what it means for President Donald Trump ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. President Donald Trump's approval rating has plummeted to a record low during his second term in office and is now tied for his lowest approval rating ever as commander in chief, according to a new poll. Only 33% of those surveyed in a new Reuters/Ipsos poll approve of the 45th and 47th president's job in the White House. The rating is down from 35% last week. A survey of 1,166 respondents showed that 64% disapproved of Trump's job performance. Trump hit 33% approval in December 2017, his lowest during his first term in office, according to Reuters/Ipsos. President Donald Trump arrives to deliver remarks at the David S. Mack Center for Training and I

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Aug 28, 2026·The GuardianT2 · Outlet report
Venezuelan opposition up in arms over reports US wants big stake in oil and gas

Critics call move to gain long-term access to country’s massive energy reserves ‘predatory’ and ‘unconstitutional’ Reports that the US is preparing to claim a big stake in Venezuela’s massive energy reserves have sparked an outcry, with…

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Aug 28, 2026·The GuardianT2 · Outlet reportLATEST
Venezuelan opposition up in arms over reports US wants big stake in oil and gas

Critics call move to gain long-term access to country’s massive energy reserves ‘predatory’ and ‘unconstitutional’ Reports that the US is preparing to claim a big stake in Venezuela’s massive energy reserves have…

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Aug 28, 2026·CNNT2 · Outlet report
Trump’s ‘Lake America’ move revives one of his biggest political flops | CNN Politics

It increasingly feels as though President Donald Trump is trying to do unpopular things ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. But he might have outdone himself with his latest move. Trump on Thursday signed an executive…

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Aug 27, 2026·CNNT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Republicans privately worry that their ‘Trumpapalooza’ convention will be a bust | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump has touted his one-of-a-kind midterm convention as the spectacle his party needs to reenergize voters and alter its political fortunes ahead of the midterms. But as the two-day extravaganza…

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Aug 26, 2026·The GuardianT2 · Outlet report
This is the question Democrats should ask voters in order to win this November | Robert Reich

They should ask the question Reagan asked at the end of his debate against Jimmy Carter: ‘Are you better off now than you were before this presidency?’ The midterm elections are already upon us, and every Democrat and…

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Aug 25, 2026·GizmodoT2 · Outlet report
Bitcoin Tops $80,000 as the Treasury Secretary Weakens the Dollar

After a months-long slump, bitcoin appears to be on the rise again and it’s thanks in part to President Donald Trump and his crypto-friendly admisntration. Bitcoin climbed above $81,000 in early trading Tuesday,…

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Aug 25, 2026·GizmodoT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Shein’s IPO Plans Value It at About $27 Billion. That’s Shockingly Low

Shein, the one-time cheap clothing colossus, has announced its plans for an IPO. If you could look at it from the vantage point of a few years ago, the valuation Shein is currently shooting for is, well, not great. The…

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Aug 24, 2026·CNNT2 · Outlet report
Supreme Court backs Trump’s order to curb mail ballots | CNN Politics

The Supreme Court on Monday said that President Donald Trump could begin carrying out parts of an executive order intended to restrict mail voting, but additional legal challenges could hinder implementation of his plan…

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Aug 20, 2026·Fox NewsT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Judge hands Trump, GOP major redistricting win ahead of midterm elections and more top headlines

1. Judge hands Trump, GOP major redistricting win 2. Legal expert spots a problem for prosecutors in Lindsay Clancy trial 3. Trump escalates 'crushing' economic warfare against Iran NOT SO FAST — Top name to replace…

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Aug 20, 2026·Fox NewsT2 · Outlet report
Trump urged to stop targeting fellow Republicans as GOP fights to keep majority

Senate Majority Leader John Thune addresses President Donald Trump's call to fire the Senate parliamentarian and pass the SAVE America Act. FIRST ON FOX: Some Senate Republicans worry that their secret weapon on the…

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Aug 20, 2026·CNNT2 · Outlet report
Key Trump legislative adviser to depart with potentially bruising midterm looming | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump’s director of legislative affairs is expected to depart the White House in the coming weeks, a Trump administration official told CNN on Wednesday. James Braid has served as the president’s…

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Aug 19, 2026·Fox NewsT2 · Outlet reportOPENING
Trump's approval rating plummets to new low ahead of critical midterms: 'More work to do'

'Fox News Sunday' panelists debate the geopolitical and economic fallout from the Iran war, its effect on U.S. gas prices and what it means for President Donald Trump ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. President…

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T2 · Outlet reportThe GuardianAug 28, 2026

Critics call move to gain long-term access to country’s massive energy reserves ‘predatory’ and ‘unconstitutional’ Reports that the US is preparing to claim a big stake in Venezuela’s massive energy reserves have sparked an outcry, with…

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T2 · Outlet reportCNNAug 28, 2026

It increasingly feels as though President Donald Trump is trying to do unpopular things ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. But he might have outdone himself with his latest move. Trump on Thursday signed an executive order to change the…

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T2 · Outlet reportCNNAug 27, 2026

President Donald Trump has touted his one-of-a-kind midterm convention as the spectacle his party needs to reenergize voters and alter its political fortunes ahead of the midterms. But as the two-day extravaganza approaches, Republicans…

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T2 · Outlet reportThe GuardianAug 26, 2026

They should ask the question Reagan asked at the end of his debate against Jimmy Carter: ‘Are you better off now than you were before this presidency?’ The midterm elections are already upon us, and every Democrat and independent running…

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T2 · Outlet reportGizmodoAug 25, 2026

After a months-long slump, bitcoin appears to be on the rise again and it’s thanks in part to President Donald Trump and his crypto-friendly admisntration. Bitcoin climbed above $81,000 in early trading Tuesday, reaching its highest level…

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T2 · Outlet reportGizmodoAug 25, 2026

Shein, the one-time cheap clothing colossus, has announced its plans for an IPO. If you could look at it from the vantage point of a few years ago, the valuation Shein is currently shooting for is, well, not great. The Wall Street Journal…

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