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Donald Trump faces record-low approval ratings ahead of 2026 midterms
Donald Trump is facing record-low approval ratings as the 2026 midterm elections approach. Multiple polls indicate a significant decline in public support, with disapproval ratings reaching historic highs.
A Quinnipiac University poll shows 34% approval and 61% disapproval, matching his previous low in January 2021. Voters expressed particular dissatisfaction with his handling of the economy, the war in Iran, foreign policy, and artificial intelligence. Specifically, his 31% approval on the economy is the lowest recorded during either of his terms.
Other data sources corroborate this trend. RealClear Polling reported a disapproval gap of -21.2% in late September, while Nate Silver's averages showed a gap of -22.4%. A Wall Street Journal poll placed his approval at 37%, the lowest for a president before a midterm election since 1990.
The political landscape suggests potential losses for the Republican Party. Voters favored Democratic control of the House of Representatives at 51% to 39% in the Quinnipiac poll. Economic concerns, including the cost of living and energy prices, alongside the ongoing conflict with Iran, remain primary drivers of voter discontent.
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Nate Silver's survey average recorded Trump's disapproval gap at -22.4%. www.fitsnews.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Trump's approval rating regarding the economy is at an all-time low for both of his terms at 31%. ctnewsjunkie.com · www.jns.org
- [● 2 SOURCES] 34% of registered voters approve of Donald Trump's job performance, while 61% disapprove. ctnewsjunkie.com · www.jns.org
- [● 2 SOURCES] Only 28% of respondents approve of Trump's handling of the situation with Iran. ctnewsjunkie.com · www.jns.org
- [○ 1 SOURCE] RealClear Polling averages showed a disapproval gap of -21.2% between September 26 and 28, 2026. www.fitsnews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] 51% of voters favor Democratic control of the House of Representatives compared to 39% for Republicans. www.jns.org
- [○ 1 SOURCE] A Wall Street Journal poll recorded Trump's approval at 37%, the lowest for a president before a midterm election since 1990. eldiariony.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] A Reuters/Ipsos survey placed Trump's general approval at 32%. colonaldia.hn