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Most Americans think Trump is using presidency to enrich himself, poll finds

Most Americans think Trump is using presidency to enrich himself, poll finds

Summary

A recent Washington Post-ABC poll shows most Americans believe President Donald Trump is using his office to enrich himself. The poll also finds his approval rating at 33%, a low point ahead of the November midterm elections, with many Americans feeling worse off financially and concerned about his commitment to free press and elections.

Key Facts

  • President Trump’s approval rating is 33% according to the new poll.
  • 66% of Americans think Trump is using the presidency for personal gain, including 34% of Republicans.
  • 48% say they are financially worse off than when Trump took office in January 2025, the highest dissatisfaction since 1986.
  • 67% believe Trump is not committed to protecting freedom of the press, following efforts to ban certain news outlets from the White House.
  • 75% rate the economy as “not so good” or “poor.”
  • More people trust Democrats (37%) than Republicans (28%) on economic issues.
  • 61% say Trump is not committed to free and fair elections, an increase from October 2025.
  • President Trump plans to campaign in several states to support Republican candidates before the midterm elections.
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