Summary
A new poll by The Economist and YouGov shows President Donald Trump's approval rating among independent voters has reached a near three-month high. The poll indicates 31% of independents approve of Trump, while 62% disapprove. This could have implications for the Republican Party's strategies in upcoming elections.
Key Facts
- President Trump's overall approval rating is 40% with a 55% disapproval rating.
- Among independents, 31% approve of Trump, and 62% disapprove.
- The poll surveyed 1,563 U.S. adults between March 6 and March 9, 2026, with a margin of error of 3.4%.
- Trump's last similar approval rating among independents was in December 2025.
- Broader polls show Trump's general standing is challenging, with a CNN/SSRS poll showing 26% approval from independents in February 2026.
- A Quinnipiac University poll showed 28% of independents approved of Trump, with 66% disapproving.
- President Trump commented on economic and security achievements on Truth Social.
- CNN's data analyst highlighted a decline in Trump's approval regarding job performance.
