As the 2026 midterms near, Donald Trump’s approval ratings show signs of weakening. After steady support early in his second term, recent polls place his approval below 50 percent, with disapproval rising—especially on the economy and immigration.
Polling averages put his approval in the low-to-mid 40s, while cost-of-living pressures, inflation, and global uncertainty continue to weigh on voters. Trump has dismissed unfavorable polls as biased, a stance that reinforces support among his base but deepens polarization.
Historically, low presidential approval creates challenges for a party ahead of midterms. While Trump maintains strong Republican loyalty, skepticism among independents suggests an unsettled electorate that could shape the outcome of the 2026 elections.
