United States polls show Trump approval sliding
PUBLISHED Apr 22, 2026, 2:10 PM ET
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Multiple national opinion surveys show President Donald Trump’s approval ratings declining, particularly on the economy, immigration and the Iran conflict, roughly six months before the US midterm elections. Recent polls by Reuters-Ipsos, Strength in Numbers-Verasight and AP-NORC place his overall approval in the mid-30s, with AP-NORC measuring it at 33%. That poll finds only 30% approve of his handling of the economy and 23% approve of his response to the cost of living, while about seven in 10 Americans view the economy as poor. A Reuters-Ipsos survey also suggests Trump’s hardline deportation policies may weaken Republican candidates among independent voters.
By Lauren Mitchell | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- January 2025 Trump immigration policy gains 50% backing
- March 2025 Trump economic approval stands at 38%
- February 2026 wrong-direction sentiment reaches 72%
- Monday AP-NORC reports 33% overall Trump approval
- Monday Seven in ten rate economy as poor
- Monday Economic approval drops to 30% nationally
- Wednesday Reuters-Ipsos highlights deportation policy backlash
- Six months before midterms independents tilt against deportations
News Intelligence
- These poll numbers could sway the midterm elections. They might affect issues like the economy, immigration, and foreign policy. If you're worried about cost of living or job security, pay close attention to these trends.
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