Trump’s Approval Rating Drops
President Donald Trump’s rating has slipped to its lowest point of his 2nd term, according to a new YouGov/Economist poll released Tuesday. But beneath the headlines, there’s a different story: Republicans are rallying around Trump stronger than ever.
Poll Numbers Show Mixed Signals
The poll, conducted over the weekend, revealed that 39% of Americans approve of President Trump’s job performance. That’s down slightly from 41% over the past three weeks and 40% in mid-August.
Meanwhile, 57% said they disapprove, marking the highest level of disapproval during Trump’s second term.
Fact Check: Trump’s net approval rating is now -18, the second-lowest number of either of his two terms. The only time it was lower came in November 2017, when it briefly dropped to -21 before rebounding quickly.
Pollsters cautioned it’s “too early to say” whether this decline is temporary or a sign of a lasting trend.
Republican Support Is Rock Solid
Despite the overall dip, Trump’s core support remains unshaken. Among his loyal base, the numbers tell a very different story:
- Registered voters: 43% approve of Trump’s performance.
- 2024 Trump voters: A massive 86% approve, while only 16% disapprove.
- Republicans: 88% approve, with just 10% disapproving.
- Conservatives: 81% approve, compared to 17% who disapprove.
These figures reveal that conservative America continues to stand firmly with Trump, even as Democrats and the mainstream media ramp up their attacks.
This is critical heading into future battles over taxes, immigration, and defending traditional American values.
Independents Remain Divided
The poll also highlighted a key challenge: independent voters.
- Nearly 64% of independents said they disapprove of Trump’s handling of the presidency.
- Just 28% approve, with the rest undecided.
- Among self-described moderates, 65% disapprove, while 32% approve.
These numbers underscore the importance of reaching undecided voters, especially as Democrats push their progressive agenda and attempt to sway the middle ground.
Poll Details
- Conducted: September 12-15
- Respondents: 1,567 adults
- Margin of error: ±3.6 percentage points
The Bottom Line
While the headlines will focus on a small dip in approval ratings, the real story is clear:
- Trump’s Republican base is more energized than ever.
- The fight for independent voters will be the key battleground in the months ahead.
As the mainstream media continues to twist narratives, Trump remains the strongest voice for conservative America — defending our values, securing our borders, and standing up to the radical left.
