President Trump's approval rating has reached its lowest point to date, with 56 percent of voters disapproving of his performance compared to 41 percent who approve, according to a new Morning Consult poll. This gives him a net approval rating of -15, marking his weakest standing since entering the White House and during his second term. Almost half of all voters, 46 percent, strongly disapprove of the president, more than double the 22 percent who strongly approve.
The intensity gap between those strongly opposed to Trump and those who strongly support him has reached 25 points, the largest of his second term. Democrats currently hold a seven-point advantage over Republicans on the generic congressional ballot, with 50 percent of likely voters supporting Democrats compared to 43 percent for Republicans.
Signs of dissatisfaction are also emerging within the Republican Party. Only 68 percent of Republican voters believe their party is heading in the right direction, down from 73 percent four weeks prior and 82 percent in the early months of 2025. Conversely, the percentage of Republicans who believe their party is on the wrong track has nearly doubled, rising from 12 percent to 23 percent.
The administration is also facing challenges in addressing voters' primary financial concerns. Just 39 percent of voters believe housing costs are a top priority for the administration, despite 59 percent stating the issue should receive more attention. On lowering prices, 72 percent of voters believe it should be a top priority, while only 49 percent think Washington is actively pursuing this.
Democrats lead Republicans in trust across key issues including healthcare, housing, and energy. These growing concerns about Trump's standing are reportedly causing unease within the Republican Party, with some lawmakers privately questioning whether the president is becoming a liability for candidates in competitive races. An article in POLITICO cited 15 Republican lawmakers who suggested that a significant Republican defeat in the upcoming elections could diminish Trump's influence within the party, potentially forcing him to seek support from Republicans rather than dictate party direction.