Trump Approval Sinks to 36% as Post-Tariff Slide Shows No Recovery
Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped to the high 30s and has not rebounded, according to multiple recent polls, raising new questions about his political standing.
The decline comes as analysts point to a sustained slide rather than a temporary dip, with some tying the downturn to early policy decisions that reshaped public opinion.
NBC News polling shows Trump at 37% approval and 63% disapproval, while Reuters/Ipsos data places him at 36%, among the lowest levels of his second term.
CNN data analyst Harry Enten said Trump’s ratings have been underwater for months, noting the shift began around early 2026 and has continued downward.
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“There is no sign of any bottom,” Enten said during a CNN analysis.
The drop marks a significant reversal from early 2025, when Trump’s approval briefly reached the mid-to-high 40s after returning to office .
Analysts have linked part of the decline to Trump’s tariff rollout, often referred to as “Liberation Day,” which drew economic and political backlash and coincided with falling support among independents .
Polling also shows broader dissatisfaction with inflation, foreign policy, and cost-of-living issues, all contributing to sustained negative ratings.
The trend now raises questions about whether Trump can stabilize support as economic and geopolitical pressures continue to evolve.
For now, the numbers show a presidency still struggling to regain majority approval.
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