See CNN polling. He's more popular than ever, Hispanic voters flocking after Venezuela capture.
Meanwhile democrat congressional members are absolutely detested by their voter base
GDP growth 2.0 for the year, 4.3% last quarter driven by consumer spending
From an AI search, which is not politically biased and looks at a range of polls:
As of January 8, 2026, President Donald Trump's popularity ratings remain broadly negative, characterized by a steady decline since the start of his second term. Current polling indicates that his net approval is significantly "underwater," with most major trackers showing a disapproval lead of 10 to 18 points.
Latest National Approval Ratings (Jan 2026)
Aggregate and individual poll data from the first week of January 2026 show the following:
- National Average (Nate Silver/Silver Bulletin): 42.0% Approval / 54.0% Disapproval (Net -12.0).
- The Economist/YouGov: 39% Approval / 56% Disapproval (Net -17).
- RealClearPolitics Average: 43.5% Approval / 53.0% Disapproval.
- Reuters/Ipsos: 42% Approval / 56% Disapproval.
- Gallup: Last reported at a second-term low of 36% in late 2025.
Key Trends and Influencing Factors
- Venezuela Operation: Early January 2026 saw a major U.S. operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. This has not yet resulted in a significant "rally 'round the flag" effect; early data suggests approval has remained stagnant or ticked slightly down following the raid.
- Economic Disapproval: Voters identify inflation, housing costs, and the impact of tariffs as their primary concerns. Net approval for Trump's handling of the economy has plummeted from +12 in January 2025 to roughly -18 in early 2026.
- Demographic Splits:
- Party: He maintains strong support among Republicans (roughly 84-87%) but has near-zero approval among Democrats (2-3%) and very low support among independents (25%).
- Age & Education: Younger voters (18–34) and postgraduates are his strongest detractors, with disapproval reaching up to 70% in some segments.
Historical Comparison
Trump's second-term average of approximately
41% is significantly lower than the "honeymoon" periods enjoyed by many past presidents. His current numbers are comparable to the lows seen during his first term and those of Richard Nixon at a similar point in his presidency.
