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Trump hits lowest point in YouGov poll since return to office
The survey adds to signs that Trump’s support has weakened across multiple national polls as concerns over the Iran war and the economy weigh on voters.
On Tuesday, an Economist/YouGov poll revealed President Donald Trump's approval rating fell to 34%, marking his lowest level since returning to the White House.
Since January 2025, Trump's net approval rating has shifted from a positive 6-point spread to a negative 24-point spread by July 2026, reflecting a sustained decline in public support.
Gasoline prices have been averaging over $4 per gallon nationwide, while 69% of Americans said Trump failed to clearly explain the goals of U.S. military involvement in Iran.
White House spokesman Davis Ingle dismissed the poll in an email, stating "the ultimate poll was November 5th 2024 when nearly 80 million Americans overwhelmingly elected President Trump."
Analyst Nate Silver's Silver Bulletin tracker suggests Trump remains marginally more popular than Joe Biden at the equivalent point, with a negative 17.4 net approval rating.