Summary
Recent polls show that President Donald Trump has lost significant support from independent voters since his second term began. In early 2025, around 41% of independents approved of his performance, but by February 2026, only 25% approved, resulting in a net approval rating of -41.
Key Facts
- President Trump's support among independent voters has dropped significantly since January 2025.
- In January 2025, 41% of independents approved of Trump's work as president, and 45% disapproved.
- By February 2026, only 25% of independents approved, while 66% disapproved.
- The net approval rating from independents shifted from -4 to -41 during this period.
- The Economist and YouGov conducted both polls, asking the same questions for a direct comparison.
- Independent voters can be a crucial group in elections, often deciding close races.
