Donald Trump's Approval Rating Hits Second-Term Lows Across Four Polls
Summary
President Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen to some of the lowest levels seen during his second term, according to four national polls conducted in April 2026. Voter dissatisfaction is mainly linked to concerns about the economy and the war in Iran, which may affect the upcoming 2026 midterm elections.Key Facts
- Four national polls in April 2026 show Trump’s approval rating hitting new or matching second-term lows.
- The Reuters/Ipsos poll found 36% approve of Trump’s job performance, while 62% disapprove.
- Economic concerns and opposition to the Iran war are key reasons for declining approval.
- In the Reuters/Ipsos poll, 63% of Americans rated the economy as weak, including 40% of Republicans.
- Approval ratings in the low to mid-30% range signal challenges for the president’s party in midterm elections.
- Democrats see an opportunity to gain votes by focusing on issues like the economy, national security, and immigration.
- Despite low approval for Trump, some voters still prefer Republicans over Democrats on the economy, immigration, and crime.
- A White House spokesman said the 2024 election victory shows Trump has strong public support and progress on key issues.
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