Donald Trump’s Net Approval Rating Hits Lowest Point of Second Term—Poll
Only 1 in 4 independent voters said they approve of Trump in a new Quinnipiac University poll released on Tuesday.
President Donald Trump's net approval rating in a new Quinnipiac University poll has reached its lowest point of his second term, at -27 points. This marks a decline from his previous -26 points rating in September 2023, when 59% disapproved and 33% approved. The poll, which surveyed 1,032 registered voters from September 24 to 27, 2026, reveals significant dissatisfaction among most voter groups.
Independents disapprove of Trump's job performance by a majority, with only 25% approving and 69% disapproving. Among Democrats, the situation is even more dire, with only 4% approving and 96% disapproving. Among Republicans, Trump's approval rating is 81% with 13% disapproving. Women also show less support for Trump, with 26% approving and 74% disapproving, compared to 41% of men approving and 59% disapproving.
Trump's approval rating has fallen amid economic concerns, including inflation, rising gas prices, and the ongoing Iran war. Political scientists suggest factors like the war in Iran and economic issues are contributing to Trump's declining numbers. Historically, unpopular presidents have seen their parties lose seats in midterms, and Democrats are using Trump's low approval rating to their advantage, targeting battleground states they hope to flip.
Trump has criticized the poll, alleging media bias, but the poll's findings are still considered significant for the upcoming midterms.
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