Gen Z Men Drift from Trump Over Economy, Iran, Epstein Files
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A recent CNN poll shows President Donald Trump’s approval rating with men under 30 has dropped by roughly 55 points, according to a Vox report. The outlet attended Trump’s June 14 UFC event at the White House to speak with young male attendees and far-right activist Jack Posobiec about the shift. Attendees cited three main reasons for their softening support: the economy, U.S. policy on Iran and Israel, and the handling of the Epstein files. One young man said Trump promised lower prices but “that result is just not happening,” while another criticized foreign aid to Israel. Posobiec acknowledged the economic pain and said young conservatives want more focus on domestic policy. The article notes that none of the attendees identified as Democrats, but their support for Trump appears weaker than in the 2024 election. A recent CNN poll shows President Donald Trump’s approval rating with men under 30 has dropped by roughly 55 points, according to a Vox report. The outlet attended Trump’s June 14 UFC event at the White House to speak with young male attendees and far-right activist Jack Posobiec about the shift. Attendees cited three main reasons for their softening support: the economy, U.S. policy on Iran and Israel, and the handling of the Epstein files. One young man said Trump promised lower prices but “that result is just not happening,” while another criticized foreign aid to Israel. Posobiec acknowledged the economic pain and said young conservatives want more focus on domestic policy. The article notes that none of the attendees identified as Democrats, but their support for Trump appears weaker than in the 2024 election.
What’s reported
A CNN poll found Trump’s approval with men under 30 is underwater by roughly 55 points.
In the 2024 election, men under 30 broke for Trump over Kamala Harris by about one point.
Attendees at Trump’s June 14 UFC event cited the economy, Iran/Israel policy, and the Epstein files as reasons for drifting away.
One attendee said prices are “ridiculous” and he does not want to fill his gas tank.
Another attendee said foreign aid to Israel should be reduced because “people are dying” and taxpayers are paying for it.
Jack Posobiec said gas prices are up but “coming down,” and that young conservatives want more focus on domestic policy.
Posobiec also said Trump’s lack of transparency on the Epstein files has become “a block” between him and average people.
An Economist/YouGov poll found 69 percent of young adults disapproved of Trump’s handling of Iran as of early July.
Key figures
President Donald Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris
Jack Posobiec, far-right activist
Sources: vox.com
