Summary
Donald Trump's approval rating has decreased after a number of unfavorable polls. His net approval rating is currently -11 points, which is among his lowest. The drop in approval is thought to be related to dissatisfaction with economic issues like inflation.
Key Facts
- Trump's net approval rating stands at -11 points, with 43% approval and 54% disapproval.
- This drop is one of the lowest approval ratings he has had during his second term.
- A YouGov/Economist poll showed 39% approval and 57% disapproval, one of Trump's all-time lowest ratings.
- Other polls, such as Gallup, Ipsos/Reuters, and American Research Group, also reported a decrease in his approval, with net ratings of -16, -17, and -21 points, respectively.
- Trump's declining approval is partly attributed to dissatisfaction with the economy, specifically related to inflation.
- Consumer prices have increased, despite Trump's promises to end inflation quickly.
- The US economy grew at an annual rate of 3.8% in the second quarter.
- A Verasight poll showed Trump's rating on handling inflation at -31 points.
