The 50% Cliff: Trump’s ‘Strong’ Approval Rating Among GOP Softens
Summary
President Donald Trump’s strong approval rating among Republicans fell to 52 percent in an NBC News poll from early April 2026. While overall GOP approval remains high at 83 percent, the drop in strong approval could affect Trump’s influence within his party and voter turnout for the 2026 midterm elections.Key Facts
- The poll was conducted online from March 30 to April 13, 2026, with over 32,000 adults participating.
- 52 percent of Republicans strongly approve of Trump’s job performance, down from 58 percent earlier in the year.
- Overall, 83 percent of Republicans approve of Trump’s job, but many give only moderate support.
- Strong approval is linked to higher voter turnout, activism, and donations.
- Lower intensity of approval may reduce Trump’s ability to mobilize voters in the 2026 midterms.
- Nationwide, Trump’s approval rating is 37 percent, with 63 percent disapproving.
- Economic concerns and opposition to the war with Iran contribute to lower approval.
- About one-quarter of Republicans disapprove of Trump’s handling of the Iran conflict.
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