Summary
Support for labor unions among Republicans decreased this year, according to a Gallup survey. Overall, 68% of U.S. adults still support unions, a level that has stayed consistent in recent years.
Key Facts
- A Gallup survey showed that only 41% of Republicans approve of labor unions now.
- Republican approval was previously at 49% in 2025 and 56% in 2022.
- Among Democrats, 90% support labor unions.
- 69% of independents approve of labor unions.
- Overall U.S. adult approval for unions remains high at 68%.
- Support for unions has stayed between 67% and 71% for the past five years.
- Under President Trump's administration, several anti-labor measures were introduced.
- Despite this, Trump claims support from certain unions, including the Teamsters and auto workers.
