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Donald Trump Sets Record for Negative Approval Ratings in Second Term

Two months into his second presidency, Trump remains historically unpopular, with economic concerns driving widespread disapproval.

President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One while flying to Washington, D.C. from Florida on March 16 above Virginia.
US President Donald Trump arrives to sign an executive order aimed at shutting down the Education Department in the East Room of the White house in Washington, DC, on March 20, 2025.
President Donald Trump talks with reporters as he visits the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, Monday, March 17, 2025.
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Overview

  • Trump is the only U.S. president to have a negative net approval rating two months into a term, for both his first and second presidencies.
  • Recent polls show disapproval ratings between 48% and 58%, with dissatisfaction strongest on the economy and inflation.
  • Economic concerns, including rising inflation and fears of a potential recession, are central to his declining popularity.
  • Trump's approval ratings on immigration and border security remain stronger, contrasting with his low ratings on other key issues like foreign policy and economic management.
  • His historically low approval ratings are being closely monitored for their potential impact on his legislative agenda and the upcoming midterm elections.