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Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Nosedives With Women Before Midterms

Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Nosedives With Women Before Midterms

Summary

President Trump’s approval rating among women has dropped significantly ahead of the November midterm elections. Polls show more women disapprove of his performance, especially over concerns about the economy and cost of living, which could affect Republican candidates’ chances in Congress.

Key Facts

  • Trump’s net approval among female voters fell from minus 16 in June to minus 30 in August, according to ActiVote polling.
  • In August, only 34% of women approved of Trump’s performance, while 64% disapproved.
  • Bellwether Research found 32% of women approved of Trump, but one-quarter of women who voted for him disapproved of his job.
  • Women have named the economy and cost of living as their top concerns in these polls.
  • Less committed Republican and independent women who voted for Trump due to inflation and living costs are now less supportive.
  • The drop in female support may reduce voter turnout for Republican congressional candidates.
  • Democratic women show more enthusiasm to vote than Republican women ahead of the midterms.
  • ActiVote’s data comes from surveys of hundreds to a thousand registered voters, showing a steady decline in Trump’s approval among women from June to August.
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