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Trump’s Nightmare Poll as Budget Bill is Big Loser

Jun 10, 2025
Polling data reveals a stark lack of support for Trump's proposed budget, particularly among Republicans. The discussion highlights how the budget's cuts favor the wealthy while hurting essential services for the less fortunate. Insights are shared on the strategic approaches Democrats could take to engage voters effectively as they head toward important elections. Current polling trends suggest that focusing on core issues matters far more than simply reacting to the numbers.
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INSIGHT

Trump Budget Faces Widespread Rejection

  • The Economist/YouGov poll shows overwhelming opposition to Trump's "big beautiful" budget (BBB).
  • Even with usual margin of error, the poll reveals a devastating rejection of the bill across demographics.
INSIGHT

Significant Opposition Among Trump Supporters

  • Majority of Americans including Trump voters find the budget unacceptable.
  • 50% oppose it overall; even 19% of Trump's own supporters oppose the bill explicitly named after him.
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Public Sides With Musk on Debt Impact

  • Most Americans agree with Elon Musk that the budget will massively increase the debt.
  • 56% agree with Musk's statement on unsustainable debt while only 17% disagree, including some Trump voters.
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