Summary
President Donald Trump's approval rating is showing signs of improvement according to pollster Nate Silver. Despite recent gains, his rating is still lower than before the government shutdown. Upcoming 2026 midterm elections add importance to his approval ratings, affecting the GOP's position in Congress.
Key Facts
- President Trump's approval rating has slightly improved from a recent low of -15 percentage points.
- Current approval is at 42.8%, with 54% disapproving, resulting in a net rating of -11 percentage points.
- Recent polls show improvement; an Economist/YouGov poll indicates a 5 percentage point increase.
- I & I/TIPP polling reports a net approval rating of -3 percentage points.
- Trump's approval among millennials increased by 3 percentage points, from -19 to -16.
- Morning Consult found Trump's net approval is positive in 22 states.
- The GOP holds a slim majority in Congress, making Trump's approval significant for the 2026 midterms.
- Nate Silver notes Trump's popularity remains below pre-shutdown levels.
