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President Donald Trump's approval rating has continued its downward trajectory during the early months of his second term, reflecting growing discontent among key voter demographics and raising concerns about his political future.
Trump's approval has dropped to about 45%, down from 52% shortly after taking office for his second term. Meanwhile, according to a New York Times analysis, about half of Americans now disapprove of his job performance. While it is common for presidential approval ratings to decline over time, Trump's fall has been faster than that of many of his predecessors. This marks one of the lowest approval ratings for a president at this stage in office in modern history, according to a Gallup poll.
The decline is particularly pronounced among independent voters. A Washington Post analysis indicates independents who previously supported Trump now express dissatisfaction, citing concerns over economic policies and leadership style.
The polling average, which draws on nearly all publicly available surveys, aims to correct for the biases of individual polls. It shows a gradual but persistent erosion of support since the beginning of Trump's second term, with major declines noted among independent voters.
According to a Pew Research Center survey conducted from April 7 to April 13, Trump's approval rating stands at 40%, a decline of seven percentage points since February. Economic issues appear to be a significant factor in the declining approval ratings.
A Quinnipiac University poll released on April 9, found that 72% of voters believe Trump's tariffs will hurt the U.S. economy in the short term, and 53% think they will have a negative long-term impact.
Demographic analysis reveals Trump's approval has decreased across various groups. Pew Research Center data shows approval ratings have fallen among women, younger voters, and suburban residents. For instance, only 42% of women and 43% of adults under 50 approve of Trump's performance.
On the eve of his 100th day in office, Trump criticized recent polls showing low approval ratings, labeling them "sick" and accusing media outlets of conducting biased surveys.
Political analysts warn that sustained low approval ratings could affect the Republican Party in the upcoming midterm elections. The Cook Political Report notes economic turbulence, and declining presidential approval could pose risks for Republicans in defending their congressional majorities.
As Trump's administration continues implementing its policy agenda, the coming months will be critical in determining whether the president can regain support among key voter groups and stabilize his approval ratings.
