Recent polling data from Quinnipiac and The Economist/YouGov indicates a slight decline in President Trump’s approval rating among Republicans, ranging from 2 to 5 percentage points depending on the poll. This decrease follows the announcement of his “Liberation Day” tariffs, which initially shook financial markets and prompted a partial tariff pause. While his approval remains high, the dip suggests potential vulnerability ahead of the 2026 midterms and could embolden rival voices within the Republican party. The decline is particularly noticeable in approval of his economic policies.
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Rep. Jasmine Crockett criticized President Trump’s frequent golf trips to Florida, costing taxpayers an estimated $26 million by March 30th, with his latest trip exceeding $4.2 million. This spending, she argued, contradicts the administration’s purported focus on government efficiency, especially considering the concurrent firing of thousands of federal employees. Crockett’s remarks were made during a hearing on Trump’s proposed sale of government buildings, further highlighting the perceived hypocrisy of his spending habits. The president’s absence from the dignified transfer of fallen soldiers during his extended Florida stay added to the criticism.
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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene purchased stocks in several companies significantly impacted by President Trump’s tariffs, including Lululemon, Dell, Amazon, and RH, despite a market downturn fueled by tariff concerns. Some of these investments, notably RH, have already shown significant gains since her purchase. This activity occurs amidst ongoing legislative efforts to ban members of Congress from stock trading due to perceived conflicts of interest. Greene maintains her investments are managed by a financial advisor and are fully disclosed.
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North Carolina beekeeper Jim Hartman, a three-time Trump voter, reveals that presidential tariffs and budget cuts have severely impacted his business, potentially causing over half his annual income to be lost. Increased equipment costs, stemming from tariffs on imported goods, coupled with a sudden halt to federal honey purchases for food banks and schools, have created a significant financial strain. These combined factors forced Hartman to forgo equipment upgrades and employee hiring, highlighting the detrimental effects of government policy on his livelihood. While initially hesitant to assign blame directly to Trump, Hartman expressed concerns regarding the administration’s handling of the situation and its consequences for farmers.
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The Trump administration is actively pursuing the annexation of Greenland, a plan involving a potential $10,000 annual payment to each resident to replace Danish subsidies. This initiative, involving multiple cabinet departments and the National Security Council, prioritizes diplomatic persuasion over military action, though force remains unruled out. Cost-benefit analyses are underway, exploring the potential revenue from Greenland’s natural resources against the expense of administering the territory. Despite strong Greenlandic opposition and Danish criticism, the U.S. continues its pursuit, recently evidenced by Vice President Vance’s visit to a U.S. military base on the island.
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Recent polling data reveals a significant drop in President Trump’s approval rating, now hovering around 41-47 percent across multiple surveys. This decline, impacting his overall job performance and particularly his handling of the economy, follows the implementation of controversial tariffs. The economic fallout from these tariffs, including market volatility and public anxieties, appears to be the primary driver of this decrease in support. Trump’s approval is currently lower than his first term and significantly lower than Biden’s at a comparable point in his presidency.
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Following President Trump’s abrupt pause on recently announced tariffs, which triggered market volatility, House Democrats are urging Speaker Johnson to mandate the immediate release of members’ Periodic Transaction Reports (PTRs) for trades made between April 2nd and 9th. This request aims to ensure transparency and address concerns of potential insider trading given the timing of the market fluctuations and lawmakers’ interactions with the President. The letter highlights the significant market impact of the President’s actions and the need to ascertain whether any representatives benefited personally. The Democrats also renewed their call for legislation banning congressional stock trading.
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President Trump’s sudden suspension of tariffs resulted in a massive stock market surge, benefiting billionaires like Charles Schwab and Roger Penske, whom Trump publicly boasted about. This dramatic market increase, totaling $304 billion in gains for the world’s wealthiest, prompted accusations of market manipulation and insider trading. Democratic representatives Schiff and Gallego have called for a congressional investigation into potential illegal activity. The White House has dismissed these calls as partisan.
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