Summary
President Donald Trump's approval rating with independent voters has reached its lowest point ever, according to a new poll by The Economist and YouGov. The survey shows that Trump's net approval rating among independents is negative, with low approval and high disapproval scores.
Key Facts
- The poll shows Trump has a 39% overall approval rating and a 57% disapproval rating.
- Among independents, Trump's approval rating is 27%, while 67% disapprove of his performance.
- The poll surveyed 1,684 U.S. adults between January 23 and January 26, with a margin of error of 3.3%.
- Trump’s net approval rating with independents is -40, a drop from -31 the previous week.
- Independent voters are seen as key to winning competitive political races.
- Other national polls also show Trump's approval rating near or below 40%.
- Trump criticized polls as "fake" on Truth Social, claiming they misrepresent his achievements.
- Polls will continue as the midterm elections approach in 2026.
