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A new NBC News poll shows President Donald Trump's approval rating falling to 41% among registered voters, the lowest of his second term, with 55% disapproving. More voters are also criticizing his handling of the economy, a concern coming as the closely watched midterm elections approach.

President Donald Trump has registered a new low in polling, according to CNN data analyst Harry Enten, who described the figures as 'stunning numbers'. Enten's assessment, aired on CNN, breaks down what the weak approval ratings mean for Trump and his standing with voters. The analysis is drawing wide attention as observers weigh the political implications ahead of upcoming elections.

The Supreme Court has cleared the way for states to use the federal SAVE database to verify the citizenship status of people registering to vote. The decision allows state election officials to cross-check voter rolls against immigration records. Commenters are debating the ruling's implications for voter access, data privacy, and election administration.

A nor'easter has knocked out internet service for thousands of customers across Connecticut. The storm's high winds and damage to infrastructure have left households and businesses offline, with providers working to restore connections. Local outlets including the New Haven Register and CT Insider are reporting on the outages as residents track restoration efforts.

The hacking group ShinyHunters claims it breached the FBI, stating the operation was 'not financially motivated'. The claim, reported by The Register, suggests the group behind numerous high-profile data breaches may have targeted the US law enforcement agency for ideological or reputational reasons rather than money. Security observers are discussing the credibility of the claim and what it would mean if a bureau systems compromise were confirmed.

ABC7 Chicago has published a guide for the 2026 US midterm elections covering Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin, explaining when Election Day falls, how to register to vote, and where to find early voting and polling place information. The guide is aimed at helping residents across the three states prepare to cast ballots in next year's midterms.

A circuit court has ruled that the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles can require proof of citizenship when handling voter registration. The decision means Ohioans using BMV services to register to vote may need to provide documentation verifying their citizenship status. Voting rights advocates and election officials are watching the case closely, as such requirements can affect who is able to complete registration.

Arkansas officials have set October 5 as the voter registration deadline for residents who want to take part in the November elections. Voters who are not yet registered must submit their applications by that date to be eligible. The reminder is expected to prompt a last-minute push by election officials and civic groups encouraging Arkansans to check their registration status before the cutoff.

A church in the region is hosting a voter education event just ahead of the upcoming voter registration deadline. Organizers aim to help community members understand registration requirements and get their paperwork in on time before they lose the chance to vote in the next election.

Amazon has blocked Meta's Muse AI shopping agent from accessing its platform, according to a report by The Register. The move prevents Meta's AI assistant from browsing or purchasing on Amazon's behalf, highlighting growing tensions over whether third-party AI agents should be allowed to interact with retail sites. The standoff is being discussed as a sign of broader battles over control of AI-driven commerce.