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.
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