president at this stage in their term. According to a national survey, just 34% of Americans approve of the job he’s doing, with a staggering 61% disapproving. It’s a snapshot of a deeply polarized nation — and one that Trump clearly isn’t taking lightly.

“The polls are a joke,” Trump declared in a blistering post on X. “Fake numbers from fake pollsters. The REAL numbers are incredible, and the people know it!”

“FAKE POLLS! Just more made-up numbers from people who hate America. We’re WINNING — big time.” — Donald J. Trump @realDonaldTrump

The poll also showed cratering support among independent voters — a key bloc that helped Trump secure the presidency in 2016. According to internal figures, his approval rating among independents