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Donald Trump's approval rating among his base rural voters is now at 50%, down from 60% in February, and among white rural voters it is down to 44%, a 33 point drop from the beginning of his term.
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Who
Donald Trump, rural voters, white working-class voters, Shane Goldmacher, Republicans
What
Donald Trump's approval rating among his base rural voters is now at 50%, down from 60% in February, and among white rural voters it is down to 44%, a 33 point drop from the beginning of his term.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:45:22 GMT · 2h 33m ago
Where
United States ·
Why
This decline is attributed to voters' concerns over increasing inflation, high gas prices, tariffs, and the soaring cost of living, with 64% of polled individuals stating the cost of living is their most significant economic issue.
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The drop in Donald Trump's approval ratings among key demographic groups, particularly rural and blue-collar voters, suggests a significant shift in political support driven by economic anxieties like inflation and cost of living increases. This could influence future political landscapes and policy priorities as the electorate expresses dissatisfaction with the current economic conditions.
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3 events in this thread- Economics2h 33m agoDonald Trump's approval ratings among his key voter demographics are declining due to worsening economic conditions, including inflation, high gas prices, and the soaring cost of living.Open article
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