Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Plunges With Voters He Needs
Summary
President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped sharply since January 2026 among young voters, independents, and even some Republicans, according to recent polls. This decline shows a broad loss of support across different groups, limiting Trump’s ability to regain popularity.Key Facts
- A poll by Verasight/Strength in Numbers surveyed over 1,500 U.S. adults in January and April 2026.
- Gen Z voters (ages 18-29) gave Trump a net approval rating of -32% in January, which fell to -54% by April.
- Overall voter net approval for Trump dropped from -18% in January to -26% in April.
- Trump’s approval among Republicans decreased from +64% in January to +58% in April.
- Young voters are concerned about issues like inflation, the cost of living, and avoiding new wars.
- Some young voters feel Trump has not kept the promises that attracted their support in the last election.
- Shifts in influential online voices who once supported Trump contribute to growing disapproval among Gen Z.
- Lower approval within his party may affect voter turnout more than changing votes to other parties.
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