Donald Trump’s approval rating sinks to lowest point of second term
Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to 37%, marking the lowest point of his second term. This decline comes amid rising frustration over the cost of living and the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran. Many voters believe Trump's decision to engage in the conflict was a mistake, with significant disapproval of his economic management.
- ▪Trump's approval rating has fallen to its lowest level since January 2025.
- ▪Nearly two-thirds of voters believe entering the conflict with Iran was the wrong decision.
- ▪64% of US voters disapprove of Trump's handling of the economy, a key issue for his political base.
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| Original publisher | World news | The Guardian |
| Canonical URL | https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/may/18/donald-trump-second-term-approval-rating-drops |
| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 14:44:27 GMT |
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Donald Trump speaks to journalists before boarding Air Force One on 2 May 2026 in Palm Beach, Florida. Photograph: Roberto Schmidt/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenDonald Trump speaks to journalists before boarding Air Force One on 2 May 2026 in Palm Beach, Florida. Photograph: Roberto Schmidt/Getty ImagesDonald TrumpDonald Trump’s approval rating sinks to lowest point of second termUS president’s approval rating falls to 37% days after he said Americans’ financial situation is not motivating him to broker deal with IranJoseph Gedeon in WashingtonMon 18 May 2026 10.44 EDTLast modified on Mon 18 May 2026 10.45 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleDonald Trump’s approval rating has fallen to its lowest point of his second term, amid mounting frustration over the cost of living and the…
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