Donald Trump’s Approval Rating as He Calls Out ‘Fake Polls'
Summary
President Donald Trump criticized recent polls, calling them "fake" and claiming they aim to discourage Republican voters. Current surveys show his approval rating has fallen since he took office in January 2025, with many Americans disapproving of his performance, especially on the economy and foreign policy issues.Key Facts
- President Trump called recent polls “fake” and said they are meant to demoralize Republicans ahead of the midterm elections.
- Multiple polls indicate Trump’s approval rating is below 50%, with disapproval ratings around 55-65%.
- A Reuters/Ipsos poll found 33% approve and 65% disapprove of Trump’s job performance.
- Approval ratings vary by state, and Trump is less popular in some states he won in 2024.
- Trump’s approval rating is lower than during his first term and lower than President Biden’s approval rating at a similar point.
- Key issues affecting approval include inflation, economic concerns, and the impact of the Iran conflict on gas prices.
- Democrats are using Trump’s low approval ratings to campaign for a “blue wave” to gain seats in Congress.
- Polling data comes from sources like Reuters/Ipsos, Echelon Insights, YouGov, The Economist, and Morning Consult.
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