Trump Faces 15-Point Drop With Independents to 26% Approval

President Donald Trump’s approval rating among independents has dropped to 26%, a 15-point decline over the past year, according to a new CNN poll released in February 2026.

The erosion among swing voters comes as his overall approval stands at 36%, the lowest level recorded since January 6.

CNN’s survey shows independent approval fell from 41% in late Fe…