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Events / Political / Trump approval rating hits new low
Domestic political polling

Trump approval rating hits new low

Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Jul 28, 2026 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Sentiment
-20
Attention
2
Articles
6
Market Impact
General
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Market Impact

The decline in Trump's approval rating and the Democrats' lead in generic ballot polls could signal a shift in political power ahead of the midterm elections, potentially affecting market expectations for fiscal policy and regulation. However, the direct market impact is limited as this is primarily a political polling event, with no immediate changes to economic fundamentals.

Polling Media Political
Event Summary

President Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen to a new low since returning to the United States — White House, according to a series of polls conducted in July and August 2026. The The Economist poll released August 11 found that only 33% of Americans approve of Trump's job performance, down 3 points from the previous week, marking his lowest rating in YouGov tracking since he returned to office in 2025. A majority of respondents (60%) said they perceive the president as 'not honest and trustworthy', and 65% said the country is headed in the wrong direction. Additionally, 61% believe Trump is using his office for personal gain, and 55% believe he is using the Department of Justice to target political enemies. Other polls, including those from Pew Research Center, The Washington Post/Ipsos, Emerson College, and Fox News, also show Trump underwater, with approval ratings ranging from 24% to 39%. Polling averages from RealClearPolitics, The New York Times, and Nate Silver all show Trump with approval ratings in the high 30s to low 40s and disapproval ratings near 58-59%. The decline in Trump's approval has boosted Democrats' prospects ahead of the November midterm elections, with Democrats holding leads of 4 to 8 points in generic congressional ballot polls. United States — White House spokesman Davis Ingle dismissed the polls, citing Trump's 2024 election victory and claiming historic progress. Trump himself attributed Republican voter anger to party leadership in Congress rather than himself.

Entities Involved
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Donald Trump
President Trump is the central figure; his approval rating has fallen to a new low, with majorities viewing him as dishonest and abusing his office. This could weaken his political capital and influence policy outcomes.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment -30.0
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The Economist
The The Economist poll is the primary source of the new low approval rating, conducting the surveys that show Trump at 33-34% approval. Its findings are widely cited and shape the narrative.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment 0.0
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United States — Democratic Party (United States)
Democrats benefit from Trump's low approval, holding leads in generic congressional ballots, which could improve their chances in the upcoming midterm elections.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment 20.0
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United States — Republican Party (United States)
The Republican Party faces headwinds as Trump's low approval and voter anger at party leadership could hurt their midterm prospects.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment -20.0
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United States
The United States is the context for this political event; the president's low approval reflects national sentiment and could influence policy direction.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment -10.0
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United States — White House
The United States — White House is the seat of the presidency; its spokesman dismissed the polls, and the East Wing ballroom is unpopular with 57% of Americans.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment -10.0
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United States — United States Department of Justice
The Department of Justice is mentioned as being perceived by 55% of respondents as being used by Trump to target political enemies, raising concerns about its independence.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment -10.0
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Pew Research Center
Pew Research Center released a poll showing Trump's approval at 24%, contributing to the evidence of his low ratings.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Thomson Reuters — Reuters
Thomson Reuters — Reuters/Ipsos polls are cited, showing Trump's approval at 37% and Democrats leading by 5 points, adding to the polling data.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Ipsos
Ipsos conducted polls with Thomson Reuters — Reuters and The Washington Post, showing Trump's approval at 37% and contributing to the overall picture.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
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The New York Times
The New York Times polling average shows Trump at 37% approval and 59% disapproval, contributing to the aggregate data.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Nate Silver
Nate Silver polling average shows Trump at 38.1% approval and 58.5% disapproval, adding to the aggregate data.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 0.0
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The Washington Post
The Washington Post/Ipsos poll found 37% approval, contributing to the evidence of Trump's low ratings.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Fox News
Fox News poll also showed Trump at 39% approval, consistent with other surveys.
Importance 15.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Punchbowl News
Punchbowl News interviewed Trump, where he dismissed his approval ratings and blamed Republican leadership for voter anger.
Importance 15.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Relationships
Donald Trump political opponent ↔ United States — Democratic Party (United States) Donald Trump is the leading political opponent of the Democratic Party, consistently challenging their policies, legisla
Donald Trump party leader ↔ United States — Republican Party (United States) Donald Trump is the current 47th President of the United States and holds unparalleled dominance over the Republican Par
Donald Trump president ↔ United States Donald Trump is the current 47th President of the United States, leading the executive branch and shaping national and f
Donald Trump head ↔ United States — White House Donald Trump is the current President of the United States, serving as the head of the White House and its administratio
Donald Trump executive head ↔ United States — United States Department of Justice Donald Trump, as the current President of the United States, leads the executive branch, which includes the Department o
Donald Trump related ↔ Pew Research Center
Donald Trump related ↔ Thomson Reuters — Reuters
Donald Trump related ↔ Ipsos
United States — Democratic Party (United States) related ↔ United States — Republican Party (United States)
United States — Democratic Party (United States) related ↔ United States
United States — Democratic Party (United States) related ↔ United States — White House
United States — Democratic Party (United States) related ↔ United States — United States Department of Justice
United States — Democratic Party (United States) related ↔ Thomson Reuters — Reuters
United States — Democratic Party (United States) related ↔ Ipsos
United States — Republican Party (United States) related ↔ United States
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