Trump Losing On Key Polling Statistic
Washington, D.C. – A new Economist/YouGov poll shows that the relentless media and political establishment attacks on President Donald J. Trump may be having an effect on some voters — but his core supporters remain rock solid.
Trust Ratings Dip Slightly Amid Nonstop Negative Coverage
The poll found 31% of Americans now describe Trump as “honest” or “trustworthy,” down just two points from March. By comparison, 53% labeled him “not honest and trustworthy,” a slight improvement from 55% in July. Another 16% said they were “not sure” — leaving room for opinion shifts as the 2024 campaign season heats up.
Approval Numbers Hold Strong Despite Political Firestorm
Even with the media’s constant attacks, Trump’s favorability holds at a solid 44%, with 52% unfavorable. According to Decision Desk HQ’s polling average, Trump’s job approval sits at 44.4%, while disapproval stands at 51.7% — remarkably steady numbers for a president facing unprecedented opposition from Washington insiders and left-wing activists.
Controversies Push Headlines, But Not the Base
In recent weeks, the administration has faced renewed headlines over old Jeffrey Epstein-related files — a story many conservatives say is being used as a political weapon — and Trump’s decision to fire the Bureau of Labor Statistics chief following a controversial jobs report. Supporters see these moves as part of Trump’s commitment to drain the swamp and hold bureaucrats accountable.
Poll Methodology
The Economist/YouGov survey was conducted August 9–11 with 1,635 respondents and a margin of error of ±3.5 percentage points.
Bottom line: Even after years of political witch hunts, biased media narratives, and coordinated opposition, President Trump’s base remains loyal — a reality the political establishment can’t ignore as America moves closer to the next election cycle.
