As of Tuesday, May 12, 2026, President Donald Trump’s approval rating is hovering at its lowest level of the second term. While his Republican base remains largely intact, national averages have dropped significantly due to high inflation, a $1.50 per gallon spike in gas prices, and widespread disapproval of the ongoing military conflict in Iran.
Donald Trump approval ratings today
Here's latest data:
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Ballotpedia has Trump with a 40% approval rating.
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RealClearPolitics has Trump with a 40.5% approval rating.
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The New York Times has Trump with a 38% approval rating.
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The Economist/YouGov has Trump with a 37% approval rating.
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CNN/SSRS has Trump with a 35% approval rating.
Trump approval rating with Republicans
Approval among Republicans ranges from 81% to 85%. While still high, this is down roughly 4 to 7 points from the start of the year. The share of Republicans who "strongly approve" has fallen to 45%, down from 53% in January.
Lowest presidential approval rating
The record for the lowest individual approval rating in a single poll belongs to Harry S. Truman, who hit 22% in February 1952.
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