Trump Approval Rises, ICE Shooting Sparks Outrage in Texas

New NBC poll shows Trump's approval up, while an ICE officer shoots man in Austin. Key political and legal updates.

September 21, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — A new NBC News poll reveals a slight increase in former President Donald Trump’s approval rating, as Democrats maintain a narrow lead in the race for control of Congress. The survey highlights a growing sense of pessimism among voters regarding the Republican Party, with more than six in 10 respondents saying the Iran war was not worth it.

The poll also indicates that voters are less energized by Trump’s recent tax and spending policies. Meanwhile, an incident involving an ICE officer in Austin, Texas, has drawn national attention after a Venezuelan man was shot and seriously injured during a food delivery. The individual, identified as Wilber Rafael Garcés Perez, had an active removal order and was working as a DoorDash driver at the time of the incident.

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Austin’s mayor has yet to comment on the shooting, which occurred during a vehicle pursuit. Authorities confirmed that Texas Department of Public Safety officers were called to assist but arrived after the incident. In other news, Patrick Clancy, the ex-husband of Lindsay Clancy, spoke about his role in the tragic deaths of their three children in 2023, while legal experts warn of potential impacts on future jury selection due to public scrutiny of a juror in the case.

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