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www.cbsnews.comHere are the latest developments on Donald Trump’s polling disapproval as of May 2026.
Key takeaways
- Multiple national polls in early 2026 show Trump’s disapproval at or near record highs for his current term, with disapproval often exceeding 50% in several surveys. This pattern has been echoed across outlets tracking public opinion during the 2026 cycle.[1][2][7]
- The disapproval increases appear in the context of ongoing foreign policy tensions, domestic affordability concerns, and scrutiny of policy priorities, which have contributed to softer overall job-approval metrics in some polls.[7][1]
Recent polls to watch
- Newsweek (March 2026): Polling indicates Trump’s disapproval reached a high level for his presidency, driven by growing dissatisfaction with economic and foreign policy decisions. This poll also notes a sizable gap between base supporters and swing voters.[1]
- Newsweek (January 2026): Earlier reporting suggested a widening disapproval trend in national surveys, aligning with other major trackers.[2]
- NPR/PBS News/Marist, February 2026: A prominent national poll showing lower approval and higher disapproval, with trends analyzed in the context of national policy debates.[8]
Context and caveats
- Poll results vary by methodology, question wording, and sampling; therefore disapproval percentages differ across outlets even when the underlying sentiment is broadly negative.[4][1]
- The political environment (military actions, inflation concerns, midterm dynamics) often influences swings in disapproval more than approval, as voters react to near-term issues.[7][1]
Would you like a concise table comparing recent poll figures (disapproval, approval, net approval) from specific outlets, or a short narrative summary focused on trends over the past six months? I can also pull out the most recent national poll figures and provide sources for each.