Summary
President Donald Trump has low approval ratings, but he keeps making decisions that might normally be unpopular. He has said he does not pay much attention to these numbers and prioritizes other goals.
Key Facts
- President Trump's approval rating has dropped below 40% in recent polls, such as a Quinnipiac University poll.
- Polls from Reuters/Ipsos, NBC News, and Fox News show his approval between 39% and 44%.
- Trump has pursued actions like a military campaign with Iran and strict immigration policies.
- Trump stated in an interview that he prioritizes doing what he believes is right over poll numbers.
- Some Republican strategists say Trump's actions do not seem influenced by his approval ratings.
- Trump removed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, linked to backlash from aggressive immigration policies after incidents in Minneapolis.
- The administration is working on issues related to cost-of-living concerns, an area with weak polling support.
- Trump and GOP are focusing on the 2026 midterm elections despite current approval numbers.
