Trump Responds to Low Poll Ratings, Calls Them 'Fake News'

Recent polls show President Donald Trump's approval ratings have dropped significantly, with some surveys indicating his support is now below 40 percent, including on issues like the economy and immigration that were previously considered his strengths. In response, Trump has publicly denounced these polls as 'fake,' blaming mainstream media and specific pollsters for allegedly fabricating negative results and calling for investigations into what he claims is election fraud. Despite his protestations, analysts note that Trump is currently 'underwater' on every major issue. Trump continues to use his social media platform to attack both the press and pollsters, accusing them of bias and undermining their credibility. This adversarial relationship with the media is part of a broader pattern, as Trump employs aggressive rhetoric to challenge unfavorable coverage and intimidate journalists and media owners. Observers emphasize that this approach distinguishes Trump from his predecessors, highlighting his willingness to reshape political norms and discourse.