Summary
Recent polls show that President Donald Trump's approval ratings have dropped to the lowest levels of his second term in the areas of the economy, foreign affairs, and inflation. The survey conducted by CNN and SSRS reveals a significant decline in public support for Trump's handling of these issues compared to earlier polling data.
Key Facts
- A new CNN/SSRS poll conducted from March 26 to March 30, 2026, showed Trump's approval ratings reaching new lows in three areas: economy, foreign affairs, and inflation.
- For the economy, 31% approved of Trump's performance, while 69% disapproved, resulting in a net approval rating of minus 38 points.
- On foreign affairs, 36% approved, and 64% disapproved of Trump's management, giving a net rating of minus 28 points.
- Regarding inflation, 27% approved, and 72% disapproved, leading to a net rating of minus 45, the lowest for this issue.
- Earlier polling from April 17 to April 24, 2025, had shown higher approval ratings for Trump in these areas, indicating a decline over time.
- The poll was based on a random national sample of 1,201 adults, conducted through online and phone interviews, with a margin of error of +/- 3.2 percentage points.
- A consistent downward trend in approval ratings for these issues has been noted over the past year.
- White House spokesperson Davis Ingle highlighted the 2024 election win as a demonstration of President Trump's popularity.
