Trump's Approval Rating Remains Near Record Lows Amid Economic Concerns
Multiple polling organizations in May and early June 2025 show President Trump's approval rating hovering between 34-39%, near or at record lows for his second term, with particular weakness on economic issues. The decline coincides with public concerns about rising gas prices linked to an Iran conflict and widespread dissatisfaction with his handling of inflation and cost of living. Low approval ratings on economic management are significant as economic performance typically influences voter sentiment and electoral outcomes.
Recent polling data from multiple organizations including Reuters/Ipsos, Marquette Law School, Harvard CAPS/Harris, Emerson, Economist/YouGov, Associated Press-NORC, Quinnipiac, and Fox News shows President Trump's approval rating ranging from 34-39% in late May and early June 2025, with disapproval ratings between 55-63%. His approval ratings on specific economic issues are notably lower, with only 22-33% approving of his handling of the economy, inflation, and gas prices across various polls. The polling period coincides with public concern about rising gas prices amid an Iran conflict, with 59% of respondents expecting further increases. Trump's current approval ratings represent either record lows or near-record lows for his second term, with some polls showing declines from April 2025. Notably, only 22% of Americans approve of his handling of cost of living, compared to 29% who approved of Biden's handling when leaving office.
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The articles do not provide context about historical approval rating comparisons to other presidents at similar points in their terms, nor do they explain the methodological differences between polls that might account for the 5-point range in approval ratings. Additionally, there is limited discussion of how polling methodology (online vs. phone, likely voters vs. registered voters vs. adults) affects these results.
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Forbes presents this data in a straightforward, aggregated format typical of financial/political reporting, allowing multiple polling organizations' findings to speak for themselves. The framing emphasizes the consistency of low ratings across different pollsters and the specific economic concerns driving disapproval, which could be seen as highlighting Trump's vulnerabilities, though the data presentation itself remains factual.
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Trump’s Approval Rating Near Record-Low As Most Expect Higher Gas Prices
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