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Trump Approval Sinks as Epstein Fallout Grows

August 19, 2025

According to a recent Economist/YouGov poll, only 31 percent of Americans view Donald Trump as "honest and trustworthy," the lowest rating since his second term began, with 53 percent considering him dishonest. The poll reveals widespread suspicion about Trump's knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes, with 71 percent of Americans believing he knew "a lot" or "some" before they became public, and Trump's handling of Epstein investigations receiving a negative approval rating of -39. Trump's overall job approval stands at 42 percent with 54 percent disapproving, slightly better than at the equivalent point in his first term but still negative.

Who is affected

  • American voters and the general public
  • Donald Trump and his administration
  • Black voters, particularly Black men and women
  • Jeffrey Epstein investigation stakeholders
  • Ghislaine Maxwell
  • The Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner who was fired

What action is being taken

  • Polling organizations are actively measuring public opinion on Trump's trustworthiness and job performance
  • Trump is currently managing the Epstein investigations, receiving negative approval ratings for his handling
  • Ghislaine Maxwell is being transferred to a minimum-security Texas prison
  • Trump is facing ongoing challenges with Black voter approval

Why it matters

  • Trump's historically low trustworthiness rating (31%) impacts his political standing in his second term
  • Public perception of Trump's connection to Epstein affects his credibility, with 71% believing he knew about Epstein's crimes
  • Trump's current approval rating (-12 net) provides context for his political position compared to his first term
  • Despite some improvement in the 2024 election, Trump continues to struggle with Black voter support, receiving only 12% approval in recent polling
  • Public opinion on issues like the Maxwell prison transfer and the firing of the Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner reflects broader concerns about Trump's decision-making

What's next

  • No explicit next steps stated in the article

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint

Trump Approval Sinks as Epstein Fallout Grows