Democratic Party Faces Record Low Approval Ratings Following 2024 Election Losses

New polling reveals historic dissatisfaction with Democratic leadership, highlighting internal divisions over strategy against President Trump and the GOP.

An NBC News poll shows Democratic favorability at 27%, the lowest in its polling history since 1990, with only 7% viewing the party 'very' positively.
A CNN poll similarly reports a 29% favorability rating for Democrats, marking a record low since 1992, with 54% of respondents viewing the party negatively.
Internal divisions within the Democratic Party are growing, as many members criticize Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's decision to support a GOP-led spending bill to avoid a government shutdown.
Polling indicates 57% of Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents want party leaders to prioritize opposing the GOP agenda over bipartisan collaboration.
Party leaders and lawmakers face increasing pressure from progressives and activists to adopt a more combative stance against President Trump and Republican policies.