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Trump's Approval Ratings Show Persistent Challenges Despite Issue-Specific Gains

National approval remains below 50% as mixed polling highlights demographic shifts and economic concerns.

President Donald Trump waiting to greet South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House, Wednesday, May 21, 2025, in Washington.
President Donald Trump is seen gesturing as he walks to board Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on May 12, 2025. (Photo by Brendan SMIALOWSKI / AFP) (Photo by BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Overview

  • President Trump's overall approval ratings remain underwater, with national polls showing disapproval consistently outpacing approval.
  • Approval among men has risen to 50%, reflecting steady gains over the past month, but this increase has not lifted his overall standing.
  • Trump's approval on border security and immigration stands at 56% and 50%, respectively, yet these issue-specific gains have not translated into broader support.
  • Economic ratings show slight improvement, with approval on economic policies climbing to 39%, but concerns about inflation and recession persist.
  • Recent polling reveals mixed signals, with some surveys indicating rebounds in approval while others show stability or further declines, underscoring volatility in public sentiment.