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From the Right · Read · October 21, 2026

Oct 21 · Trump's approval hits record lows in new polls weeks before midterms

Washington Examiner: Trump's approval rating reaches new low despite midterm campaign push

Grade A (100/100). NYT/Siena 36% of likely voters approve; Dems +11

Lehrer score 100/100 (no deductions). Fixed scale: 90+ A, 80s B, 70s C, 60s D, under 60 F → A.

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Agrees: Record-low NYT/Siena; Democrats 11-point edge

Splits: Adds most-important-problem breakdown (economy 22%) and Trump's 35-stop campaign plan

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Same story: USA Today, The Hill

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