The latest NPR/PBS News/Marist poll puts President Trump’s approval at 39% with 56% disapproving and a record 51% strongly disapproving. Marist finds weak issue ratings—59% disapprove of his economic performance and 56% of his foreign policy—and notes his approval has been below 40% since November. The survey followed fatal shootings in Minnesota and rising concern that ICE has "gone too far," and it shows defections among Latinos, young people, and independents.
New Poll: Record 51% Strongly Disapprove — Trump’s Lowest Ratings Since Jan. 6
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A new NPR/PBS News/Marist survey shows President Donald Trump facing his weakest public standing since the days immediately after the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack. The poll records a 39% overall approval rating, 56% disapproval, and a record 51% who say they strongly disapprove of his performance.
Key Findings
Marist reports that Mr. Trump’s approval has been under 40% since November. The New York Times tracking places his approval at 41%. On issue-specific ratings, Marist finds 59% disapprove of his handling of the economy and 56% disapprove of his foreign policy. The 51% strong-disapproval figure is the highest Marist has recorded since it began asking respondents how strongly they approve or disapprove in its series that stretches back to 2017.
Events Shaping Public Sentiment
The poll was conducted after the fatal shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, both 37, in Minnesota. Concerns about immigration enforcement have risen: 65% of respondents said Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has "gone too far," and 60% disapprove of the task force’s overall performance. In response to criticism, the White House pulled 700 federal agents from Minnesota; when asked what he had learned, Mr. Trump said,
Trump is facing his lowest polling since just after the Jan. 6, 2021, attack. / Brent Stirton / Getty Images
"I learned that maybe we can use a little bit of a softer touch."
Coalition Shifts
Marist analysts say the slump is partly driven by erosion within Trump’s own voting coalition. Lee Miringoff, director of the Marist Institute for Public Opinion, points to defections among Latinos, young people, and independents as notable contributors to the decline.
Public Priorities
Despite continued loyalty from many core supporters on high-profile policies, a majority of respondents want the president to prioritize everyday economic issues: 54% said he should focus on lowering prices and other "kitchen-table" concerns.
The poll paints a picture of a president with persistent support on some core issues but widening opposition and intensifying scrutiny on immigration enforcement and economic stewardship.
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