President Donald Trump is facing mounting political pressure as his approval rating falls to its lowest level in his current term, according to new national polling data.
A fresh survey conducted by YouGov in partnership with The Economist shows Trump’s net approval rating dropping sharply to -23 points. The findings reveal that just 35 percent of Americans approve of his performance, while 58 percent disapprove.
The latest figures mark a steady downward trajectory over recent weeks. Just one week earlier, Trump’s net approval stood at -18 points, following earlier readings of -19 and -15 in the weeks before. Analysts note that the current numbers place him in a weaker position compared to both his earlier term and his predecessor, Joe Biden, who recorded a net approval of -6 points at a similar stage in office.
The poll also highlights that Trump’s current approval levels are nearing historic lows. The only time his approval dipped lower was in November 2017, when it reached 34 percent. Similarly, disapproval has only been higher once, peaking at 59 percent in February 2026.
A key driver behind the decline appears to be weakening support among Trump’s core voter base. Among those who voted for him in the 2024 election, 76 percent still approve of his performance, but that figure has dropped significantly from 84 percent just three weeks ago. Disapproval within this group has also risen, climbing from 12 percent to 19 percent, signaling a notable erosion of loyalty.
Demographic breakdowns in the survey reveal broader challenges. Among Americans aged 65 and older, Trump’s net approval has fallen to -17 points, a sharp drop from -10 the previous week and a significant shift from near-neutral levels at the start of his term.
Younger voters are showing even stronger dissatisfaction. Among those under 30, Trump’s net approval stands at -40 points, reflecting a steep decline from recent weeks. This group has consistently registered some of the lowest approval levels, with a previous low of -54 points recorded in October 2025.
The polling downturn coincides with several major developments, including escalating U.S. military operations in Iran, a partial government shutdown, and turbulence in the stock market, factors that analysts say may be influencing public sentiment.
The survey was conducted between March 27 and March 30 and included 1,679 respondents, with a margin of error of plus or minus 3.2 percentage.
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