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NewsThe GuardianMay 3, 2026United States

New Poll Shows Record-High Disapproval for President Trump

A recent Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll indicates that President Trump's disapproval rating has reached a record 62%. The data highlights significant public dissatisfaction with economic management, the ongoing conflict with Iran, and specific administration policies.

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Why It Matters

The poll suggests a shift in voter sentiment that could impact the upcoming , where control of both the House and Senate is at stake.

Key Facts

  • President Trump's disapproval rating reached 62%, the highest of his two terms.
  • Overall approval rating for the President stands at 37%.
  • 76% of respondents disapprove of the President's handling of the cost of living.
  • 66% of respondents disapprove of the President's handling of the war with Iran.
  • Democrats hold a five-point advantage over Republicans in generic House election polling.
  • The Democratic advantage increases to nine points among voters who are 'absolutely certain' to vote.
  • 73% of Democrats view the upcoming midterms as more important than past elections, compared to 52% of Republicans.
  • 45% of Republicans strongly approve of the President, a decrease from 53%.
  • Approval among Republican-leaning independents dropped to 56%.
  • Approval among independents overall is 25%.
  • The President's highest approval rating is on border management at 45%.
  • 70% of Americans surveyed do not consider the President honest and trustworthy.
  • 60% of Americans surveyed do not believe the President has the mental sharpness to serve.

Who's Mentioned

organizationIpsos“Co-sponsor of the poll”organizationABC News“Co-sponsor of the poll”personDonald Trump“President of the United States”organizationWashington Post“Co-sponsor of the poll”locationIran“Country involved in conflict with the US”