Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Plunges With Young Voters, New Poll Shows
Summary
A new poll shows that President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped significantly among younger Americans aged 18 to 34. This decline highlights a growing gap between generations that could affect voter behavior in the 2026 midterm elections.Key Facts
- President Trump’s overall approval rating is 38%, with 61% disapproving, according to a July 2026 poll by Echelon Insights.
- Among voters aged 18–34, approval is 35% while disapproval is 65%, showing stronger negative views in this group.
- Compared to July 2025, Trump’s net approval has dropped by 15 points overall and 14 points among younger voters.
- Since January 2025, at the start of Trump’s second term, approval among younger voters has fallen by 37 points on a net basis.
- Younger voters played a key role in the 2024 election and their changing opinions may influence turnout and results in the 2026 midterms.
- The poll surveyed 1,004 likely voters between July 9–13, 2026, with a margin of error of ±3.6 points.
- The White House responded by stating the president has made historic progress on jobs, inflation, and housing, and expects more positive results soon.
- Multiple polls show similar trends, with Trump’s approval hovering near 39% nationally in mid-2026.
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