US President's approval collapses to 33%, independents defect ahead of midterms

Reuters/Ipsos polling shows President Trump's approval at 33%, down from 47% at inauguration, with independent voters—key to his 2024 victory—defecting. Economic approval is especially weak at 12% approval versus 75% disapproval. This signals a significant political shift two months before elections, potentially reshaping congressional control and policy trajectory.