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Reeher Weighs Discusses the Erosion of President Trump’s Approval Ratings in Newsweek Articles

“The overall erosion in the president’s approval ratings is still the consequence of the accumulation of many policies, orders, actions and statements during his term. There is no one reason or single inflection point. Certainly, the war in Iran and the quick, steep rise in gasoline prices have only added to the longer term trend,” says Grant Reeher, professor of political science. 

May 22, 2026

Research Hub Focused on Why Local News Matters Launched

Genaro Armas

A new searchable database developed by the Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship and Rebuild Local News brings together research on the importance of local news for communities.

May 22, 2026

‘Service Is Not Just a Career Path—It’s a Lifelong Journey’: Alumni Honored at Awards of Excellence

Jessica Youngman

The fifth annual event in Washington, D.C., celebrated five Maxwell graduates whose careers reflect the school’s commitment to the public good.

May 15, 2026

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