Overview
- A Reuters/Ipsos survey conducted Nov. 14–17 finds 38% approve of the president’s performance, the lowest of his second term, with a margin of error of about ±3 points.
- Only 26% say he is managing the cost of living well, down from 29% earlier in November, as the White House partially rolled back tariffs on staples like coffee, beef and bananas.
- Just 20% approve of his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein matter, and roughly 70% believe the government is withholding information about Epstein’s clients.
- The House and Senate passed legislation requiring the Justice Department to release Epstein-related files after Trump, who had opposed disclosure for months, publicly urged Republicans to back the measure.
- Support within his party has softened, with approval among Republicans slipping to about 82% from roughly 87% earlier this month, prompting warnings about GOP risks in the 2026 congressional elections.