Overview
- The CNN/SSRS survey conducted Oct. 27–30 (n=1,245; ±≈3.1 pts) finds 37% approval and 63% disapproval, a second-term low and the highest disapproval in CNN’s series.
- RealClearPolitics’ tracker shows Trump’s net approval at -8.9 points, reinforcing a multi-poll decline reported over the past week.
- Large majorities rate the economy as poor and 61% say Trump’s policies have worsened conditions, while roughly 8 in 10 view the federal shutdown as a crisis or major problem and most disapprove of his handling of it.
- The erosion spans key groups, with declines among younger voters, seniors, people of color, low-income Americans and independents compared with earlier 2025 readings.
- On the 2026 generic congressional ballot, Democrats lead 47%–42% and report a sizable motivation edge, with 67% of Democratic-aligned voters saying they are extremely motivated to vote versus 46% among Republican-aligned voters.