https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-hegseth-underwater-on-approval-from-military-members-veterans-pollContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-hegseth-underwater-on-approval-from-military-members-veterans-pollhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-hegseth-underwater-on-approval-from-military-members-veterans-poll#u182721Fri, 06 Nov 2026 21:36:25 +0000President Trump and War Secretary Pete Hegseth have negative approval ratings among veterans and military members, according to a Common Defense poll. The survey of 731 service members, veterans, and military family members indicates that politicization and leadership changes are driving personnel toward the exit. Specifically, 79% of veterans and service members believe society and politicians are leaving them behind. These findings suggest a readiness crisis as active-duty troops consider leaving the service due to the current political climate and administration policies.Why it mattersThe m