Overview
- President Trump's national approval rating remains at 45% in early May, with disapproval exceeding 50%, according to aggregated polling data.
- A Civiqs poll shows Trump with negative net approval in seven critical swing states, including Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Georgia, as well as in Texas, a Republican stronghold.
- Younger voters are increasingly disapproving of Trump, with 63% of 18-34-year-olds and 58% of 35-49-year-olds expressing dissatisfaction.
- Economic discontent is pronounced, with a Navigator Research poll finding Trump's net approval on the economy at -16 points and on inflation at -29 points.
- Republicans face mounting challenges ahead of the 2026 midterms, as midterm trends and Trump's sagging approval numbers could lead to significant losses.