Summary
President Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to a low of 39% in a new poll. The survey also shows a decline in Republican confidence about the country's direction. This trend might affect the Republican Party's performance in the 2026 midterm elections.
Key Facts
- President Trump's approval rating is 39%, with 60% disapproving of his performance.
- The poll was conducted by The Associated Press and NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.
- It surveyed 1,183 adults from September 11 to September 15, with a margin of error of ±3.8 percentage points.
- This approval rating matches Trump's lowest during his second term.
- In August, Trump's approval rating was 45%, showing a significant drop.
- Only 50% of Republicans believe the country is on the right track, down from 70% in June.
- Among Republicans under 45, 61% think the country is headed in the wrong direction.
- The approval rating drop occurred amid political violence and economic concerns that could impact the 2026 midterm elections.
