Donald Trump’s Approval Rating as He Calls Out ‘Fake Polls'
Trump called out what he believes to be "fake polls" as a new survey showed his disapproval rating surge to a record high.
President Donald Trump took aim at "fake polls" in a Truth Social post on Monday, as his approval rating continues to drop amid a wave of recent surveys ahead of the midterm elections. Historically, low presidential approval has led to the party in the White House losing seats in midterms. Democrats have framed the midterms as a referendum on Trump's policies, hoping a "blue wave" will secure them victories in the House of Representatives and Senate.
The economy and foreign policy have emerged as key issues shaping public opinion toward Trump. Trump's campaign for 2024 has focused on affordability issues, which have helped propel his return to the Oval Office. However, with inflation remaining high, Americans are unhappy with Trump's handling of the economy, as recent polls reveal.
The ongoing Iran war, which has led to surging gas prices, has also contributed to his declining approval rating. Trump accused the "Radical Left Democrats" of "going CRAZY with Fake Polls," claiming they are producing polls at levels never seen before in an effort to demoralize Republicans and discourage them from voting. His approval rating has fallen significantly since returning to the White House in January 2025, and the latest polls suggest it has not recovered.
Disapproval of Trump reached a record high in a new Reuters/Ipsos poll, with 65% of respondents disapproving of his job performance, while only 33% approved. The Echelon Insights poll found that 40% approved of Trump's job performance, compared to 59% who disapproved. A YouGov and The Economist poll showed 35% approval and 61% disapproval, while a Morning Consult poll had 54% disapproval and 43% approval.
Trump's approval rating varies across states, with some states where he is underwater, despite winning them in the 2024 election. Prediction markets suggest Democrats have a strong chance of controlling the House of Representatives, while the Senate remains a tougher challenge for them. Democrats view Trump's unpopularity as an opportunity to flip seats in conservative states like Alaska, Texas, Iowa, and Ohio to gain a majority.
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