Trump Blames French Riots on Immigration as Approval Hits 33% Low

President Trump attributed violent protests in France to immigration policies without evidence, a move analysts suggest is politically calculated as his approval rating hits a record low of 33%. The claim aims to rally his base ahead of midterm elections. Surveys by Washington Post/ABC and NBC show 66% disapprove of Trump's performance, driven largely by economic concerns, with 70-77% negative ratings on the economy and prices. However, his strict immigration policy draws relatively less opposition, with 60% disapproval and 43% approval in one poll. Vice President J.D. Vance echoed the immigration narrative on X, warning Americans that France's unrest represents the future Democrats want. Both leaders have downplayed economic issues in campaign speeches, as rising oil prices from the Iran war are unlikely to improve before the election.