Trump’s Approval Rating Takes a Hit as Voters Assess His Policies

60 percent of Americans disapprove of the job Trump’s doing

Blue Press Journal – A new Gallup poll released on Friday has revealed a dismal picture for President Donald Trump, with his approval rating sinking to 36 percent, just one point higher than its lowest point since taking office. The poll, which comes as Trump nears the midpoint of his term, shows that 60 percent of Americans disapprove of the job he’s doing, a stark reminder that his policies and actions are facing intense scrutiny from the public.

Trump’s numbers have been underwhelming since his return to the Oval Office in January, with his approval rating stuck between 40 percent and 41 percent in the intervening months. The latest poll suggests that his policies on immigration and the economy, two key areas he’s focused on, are not resonating with voters. His approval rating on these issues stands at 37 percent and 36 percent, respectively, while his handling of healthcare policy has earned a meager 30 percent approval rating.

The pollsters noted that Trump’s standing with the American people has been damaged by the longest shutdown of the federal government, Republican Party losses in the 2025 elections, and concerns about affordability. The combined effect of these factors “could be a sign of trouble for Republicans in next year’s midterm elections,” Gallup warned, as the GOP tries to maintain control of the federal government.

Trump’s response to criticism has been to lash out at the press, exemplified by his bizarre outburst earlier this month when he told an ABC News reporter to “Quiet, piggy” while she asked about the Justice Department’s release of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This behavior only adds to the perception that Trump is out of touch with the concerns of ordinary Americans.

As the midterm elections draw near, Trump’s plummeting approval rating and the GOP’s mounting electoral defeats are transforming into an undeniable burden for the party. The signs are unmistakable: Trump’s policies and outrageous behavior are failing to connect with the electorate, and it is high time for Republicans to engage in a serious introspection about their path forward.