A significant majority of Americans believe Donald Trump is using the presidency to enrich himself, as his overall public approval rating sinks to a fresh low ahead of the November midterm elections, according to reporting by The Guardian — World.
A new Washington Post-ABC poll found that 66 percent of respondents believe the president is leveraging his office for monetary gain. The survey reveals widespread skepticism regarding Trump's handling of ethics and personal finances during his tenure in the White House.
Plunging Approval Ratings Ahead of Midterms
The findings arrive as the administration contends with broader political headwinds. The same Washington Post-ABC poll placed Trump’s overall approval rating at 33 percent, marking a new low point for his presidency.
The public opinion numbers emerge at a critical juncture for the ruling party, with congressional balance of power hanging in the balance ahead of nationwide balloting in November.
Campaign Blitz for Embattled Candidates
The low approval numbers and ethics concerns come even as the president remains active on the road, traveling across the country in an effort to rally support for political allies.
Trump continues to crisscross the nation as part of a sustained campaign blitz aimed at bolstering embattled Republicans who are facing competitive midterm races. Despite these efforts to energize voters, the survey data reflects persistent domestic challenges regarding how the public views the president's conduct and integrity in executive office.
