Summary
President Donald Trump’s approval ratings have reached their lowest during his second term, according to recent national polls. These polls show a decline in public confidence, which could affect the upcoming 2026 midterm elections and his policy agenda.
Key Facts
- President Trump's approval rating has dropped to its lowest during his second term.
- A Marist Poll shows 38% approval and 56% disapproval, giving a net rating of -18.
- An Economist/YouGov poll records 40% approval and 54% disapproval, netting -14.
- The AP-NORC poll reports 40% approval and 59% disapproval, netting -19.
- Polls indicate a significant decline among key groups, like working-class Americans.
- These polls were conducted in early January 2026, with similar findings across different surveys.
- All polls have a margin of error around ±3.3 to ±3.9 percentage points.
- The polling data reflects challenges for Trump concerning major issues like the economy and immigration.
