Overview
- The May 29–June 1 Economist/YouGov poll found 61% of Americans disapprove of President Trump’s job performance and a net approval of -26, the lowest recorded for him in this tracker.
- Independents registered a sharp shift against the president with just 21% approving and 71% disapproving, producing a -50 net approval that analysts call a record low for that group.
- Voters gave Trump very poor marks on pocketbook issues: only 24% approve of his handling of inflation and large majorities say gasoline prices are rising where they live.
- Public unease about foreign policy is high with 64% disapproving of his handling of the Iran war, and a majority saying he uses the Justice Department to target political opponents.
- Polling specialists warn the slump goes beyond normal partisan lines and could erode the GOP ‘floor,’ raising risks for Republican prospects in congressional races and future campaigns.