Donald Trump's approval rating drops to record lows as economic concerns grow

Recent polls show President Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen to historic lows. An Economist/YouGov survey (July 3‑6) found 35% approval versus 61% disapproval, while an AP‑NORC poll in June reported 37% approval. Other recent trackers, including CBS News, NPR/PBS/Marist and Fox News, similarly indicate that only about one‑third of voters approve of Trump's handling of the presidency, with net approval scores around –23 to –26.

White working‑class voters are a key source of the decline. CBS News‑YouGov data from May recorded 54% disapproval among white non‑college voters, up from 32% in February 2025. NPR/PBS/Marist surveyed the same group in June and found 49% disapproval. Analysts link the shift to rising costs of gas, food and other essentials, partly attributed to the war with Iran and tariff pressures.

Amid the polling downturn, Trump has claimed on Truth Social that his support stands at 59% and that falling oil and gas prices constitute an achievement. No source for the figure was provided, and independent polls contradict the claim, showing support around 36% and disapproval near 60%. The claim coincides with a recent rise in global oil prices following heightened tensions in the Gulf.

The divergent narratives underscore the political stakes ahead of the upcoming midterm elections, as the president's deteriorating public perception may affect Republican strategies and voter mobilization.