Breaking down Trump's job approval percentage by state in first exit polls

Election Analysis - Exit polls are providing initial insights into voter behavior in key states and New York City [1] - The "Trump factor" is being analyzed to determine its influence on election results in blue states and New York City [2] Presidential Approval Ratings - President Trump's job approval rating is 41% in Virginia, 43% in New Jersey, 29% in New York City, and 36% in California [3] - Trump's approval ratings in Virginia and New Jersey are slightly below his vote share in those states in the previous election [4] Impact of Trump on Voting Decisions - In New Jersey, 38% of voters said opposing Trump was the main reason for their vote in the governor's race [5] - 13% of voters in New Jersey said supporting Trump was the main reason for their vote [6] - 47% of voters in New Jersey indicated that Trump was not a factor in their vote [6] - One campaign's strategy is to tie a candidate to Trump, hoping to sway voters in areas where Trump performed poorly [6]