Summary
A new poll by Quinnipiac University shows that 10% of registered Republicans now disapprove of President Donald Trump, marking the first time this disapproval rate has reached double digits in their poll. The poll also indicates varying approval and disapproval ratings for other key administration figures among Republicans.
Key Facts
- 10% of registered Republicans disapprove of President Trump, according to the Quinnipiac poll.
- 86% of Republicans still approve of Trump, according to the same poll.
- This is the first time Republican disapproval of Trump has reached double digits in Quinnipiac's polling history.
- In a previous poll from August, 9% of Republicans disapproved of Trump.
- Other Republican figures also saw disapproval: 11% for Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., 10% for FBI Director Kash Patel, and 11% for Attorney General Pam Bondi.
- Overall, 38% of voters approve of Trump's presidency, while 54% disapprove.
- A related YouGov/Economist poll shows Trump's approval at 39% and disapproval at 57%.
- These approval ratings can influence public perception and upcoming elections, including the 2026 midterms.
