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Trump’s 25th Amendment battle: Melania, Kay Trump share update on falling approval ratings

President Donald Trump faces 25th Amendment Call Rumors about his health and visit to Walter Reed surfaced on social media over the weekend. The White House was forced to destroy the reports and clarify that the 79-year-old was in good health. Yet it was the president’s threats against Iran on Easter Sunday that led his critics to call for impeachment.

President Donald Trump speaks at a ceremony signing an executive order on mail-in ballots (Reuters)

Trump’s Easter post sparks backlash

The latest controversy stems from a Truth Society post in which Trump used explicit language and religious phrases to issue a stern warning to Iran.

“Tuesday will be Iran’s Power Plant Day and Bridge Day. It’s all going to be in Iran. It doesn’t get any better!!! Open the Finn Straits, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in hell – look! Praise be to Allah. President Donald J. Trump.”

Read more: Trump says he can make deal with Iran by Monday or ‘ruin everything’

These remarks were related to tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. The channel remains partially open despite threats from Iran to impose restrictions.

25th Amendment Section 4 Appeal

Following the post, multiple critics, including insiders and lawmakers, called for serious consideration of the 25th Amendment.

Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., wrote: “If I were in the Trump cabinet, I would be calling a constitutional lawyer on Easter to discuss the 25th Amendment. He has killed thousands of people. He will kill thousands more.”

Read more: ‘We got him!’: Trump says after US F-15 crew ‘safely’ evacuated from Iran

Former journalist John Harwood also weighed in, saying: The 25th Amendment was designed to address exactly this situation. Trump cannot think clearly. He is unable to carry out his presidential duties effectively. Unfortunately, Republican leaders are weak, low-character people who don’t even try to be decent. “

Iran war background

The new debate comes against the backdrop of an escalating conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran. The latest attacks have taken a heavy toll, with human rights groups reporting thousands of lives lost, including civilians. At least 13 U.S. service members were also killed during the campaign.

Iranian officials reacted strongly to Trump’s remarks. The Iranian Embassy in Thailand said in a statement: “We know that you are a declining bloodthirsty empire, but you do not need to use such language to show your inferiority. God is greater and all-encompassing and will not be used by your Najib mouth. Go destroy more businesses and never return to global politics.”

health problems

Concerns about invoking Article 4 are not new. Both Trump and former President Joe Biden have faced scrutiny over their physical and cognitive health due to their age, with Trump approaching 80 years old.

Melania, Kay Trump release latest updates

Meanwhile, Trump’s family posted unrelated updates on social media. the first lady tweeted on Saturday

Kay Trump, the daughter of Donald Trump Jr. and Vanessa Trump, shared a photo with tennis star Aryna Sabalenka and her fiancé Georgios Frangulis.

Trump’s approval rating (according to latest polls)

UMass Amherst/YouGov (March 20-25)

Agree: 33% | Disagree: 62% | Change: -5

Sample: 1,000 adults | Ministry of Education: ±3.5%

Fox News (March 20-23)

Agree: 41% | Disagree: 59% | Change: -2

Sample: 1,001 registered voters | Ministry of Education: ±3.0%

Quinnipiac University (March 19-23)

Agree: 38% | Disagree: 56% | Change: +1

Sample: 1,191 registered voters | Education efficiency: ±3.6%

AP-NORC (March 19-23)

Agree: 38% | Disagree: 60% | Change: +2

Sample: 1,150 adults | Ministry of Education: ±4.0%

Reuters/Ipsos (March 20-23)

Agree: 36% | Disagree: 62% | Change: -4

Sample: 1,272 adults | Ministry of Education: ±3.0%

Strength in Numbers/Verasight (March 16-18)

Agree: 37% | Disagree: 60% | Change: 0

Sample: 1,530 adults | Ministry of Education: ±2.5%

CBS News/YouGov (March 17-20)

Approval: 40% | Disapproval: 60% | Changes: 0

Sample: 3,335 adults | Education efficiency: ±2.1%

Reuters/Ipsos (March 17-19)

Approval: 40% | Disapproval: 58% | Changes: 0

Sample: 1,545 adults | Ministry of Education: ±2.5%

NPR/PBS/Marist (March 2-4)

Agree: 38% | Disagree: 57% | Change: -1

Sample: 1,591 adults | Education efficiency: ±2.8%

Quinnipiac (March 6-8)

Agree: 37% | Disagree: 57% | Change: 0

Sample: 1,002 registered voters | Education efficiency: ±3.8%

NBC News (February 27-March 3)

Agree: 44% | Disagree: 54% | Change: +1

Sample: 1,000 registered voters | Department of Education: ±3.1%

Fox News (February 28-March 2)

Agree: 43% | Disagree: 57% | Change: -1

Sample: 1,004 registered voters | Ministry of Education: ±3.0%

CBS News/YouGov (February 20-23)

Approval: 40% | Disapprove: 60% | Change: -1

Sample: 2,381 adults | Education efficiency: ±2.3%

Strength in Numbers/Verasight (February 18-20)

Agree: 37% | Disagree: 59% | Change: -3

Sample: 1,566 adults | Ministry of Education: ±2.5%

Reuters/Ipsos (February 18-23)

Approval: 40% | Disapprove: 58% | Change: +2

Sample: 4,638 adults | Ministry of Education: ±2.0%

CNN (February 17-20)

Agree: 36% | Disagree: 63% | Change: -3

Sample: 2,496 adults | Ministry of Education: ±2.5%

ABC/Washington Post/Ipsos (February 12-17)

Agree: 39% | Disagree: 60% | Change: -2

Sample: 2,589 adults | Ministry of Education: ±2.0%

According to a CNN poll, as of March 30, 64% of voters did not support Trump and 37% supported him.

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