As President Donald Trump prepares to deliver his State of the Union address, recent polls indicate that a significant portion of Americans disapprove of his performance in office. According to a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll conducted from Feb. 12 to 17, 60 percent of respondents expressed disapproval of the way Trump has handled his presidential duties. This sentiment is echoed in a CNN poll, where 68 percent of participants stated that the president has not focused on the right issues for the country.
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The disapproval ratings come at a crucial time for Trump, as he is set to address the nation in his State of the Union speech. The polls reveal a stark divide in public opinion regarding the president’s leadership and priorities. While some Americans continue to support Trump, a significant majority appears to be dissatisfied with his performance.
In addition to the disapproval ratings, Democratic leaders are reportedly encouraging their members to protest Trump’s State of the Union address. Last year’s address saw rowdy demonstrations from Democratic lawmakers, and there are concerns about a repeat of such behavior during this year’s speech.
On the other hand, Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson has announced that the family of slain Louisiana Officer Marc Brock will attend the State of the Union address as special guests. This move highlights the diverse perspectives and emotions surrounding the event, with some using it as an opportunity to honor and remember individuals who have made sacrifices in service.
Meanwhile, in Washington State, Democratic lawmakers are considering breaking a long-standing taboo by implementing a millionaires tax. The proposal aims to address income inequality and could potentially change the state’s conservative stance on income taxes.
In a separate development, a federal judge appointed by Trump has permanently blocked the release of a report on the mishandling of classified documents by the former special counsel, Jack Smith. The decision has raised questions about transparency and accountability in government proceedings.
Overall, the upcoming State of the Union address is poised to be a contentious and emotionally charged event, reflecting the deep divisions and contrasting viewpoints prevalent in American society.
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References:
1. The Hill: [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5749683-trump-approval-rating-performance-washington-post-abc/]
2. The Hill: [https://thehill.com/homenews/house/5748563-democrats-state-of-the-union-protests/]
3. The New York Times: [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/23/us/politics/washington-democrats-millionaires-tax.html]
4. Fox News: [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/mike-johnson-reveals-special-guests-trumps-state-union]
5. Reuters: [https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiqAFBVV95cUxNNUpjdkN2SkRsc2FJaGZNLWhxSTJxSm5hTkJMOXhhWGJ5UkNBSXdSd0M4c1VmQ1BYQUY0R1lydFVzR1VkUlExUTZyUnUzcHVJbjNsMUtpdzHISFJNUHNrckhtN290UWpLZ0Rmb29pME55VmxLRFJmMFZKRmNGdG1qd0J1VnZwb25kTHJiV1NSS2VwbTVsQTZtWXVkcmtfV05nZklVWkhSZ3E?oc=5&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US:en]
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