Support for Bush hits lowest level

US PRESIDENT George Bush’s public support has eroded to its lowest level yet, with the Iraq war dragging on, a top White House aide facing felony charges and the administration rushing to replace a failed Supreme Court nominee.

Concerned that the president has lost his footing, some Republicans have suggested Mr Bush should shake up his staff.

A new AP-Ipsos poll found the president’s approval rating was at 37%, compared with 39% a month ago. About 59% of those surveyed said they disapproved.