Trump’s Approval Rating Dips Again

Trump Approval Dips to 42% in Latest Poll

President Donald Trump's approval rating dipped slightly in the latest Reuters/Ipsos weekly poll, revealing continued voter concern about the economy. The survey, conducted between May 16–18 among 1,024 U.S. adults, shows Trump's job approval at 42%, down from 44% the previous week and matching his second-term low. The margin of error for the poll is 3 percentage points. The White House / Wikimedia

Trend Continues: Support Slips from Post-Inauguration Highs

While the drop is statistically minor, it continues a broader downward trend from a post-inauguration high of 47%. Trump’s economic approval rating also remains soft at 39%, unchanged from the previous week but notably lower than the 42% recorded early in his term. House Creative Services / Wikimedia

Trade Policies Blamed for Voter Frustration

The report attributes voter discontent to the administration's trade and tariff policies, which have disrupted financial markets. The White House / Wikimedia

Some Signs of Economic Optimism in Harvard CAPS/Harris Survey

Despite these figures, there are signs of potential economic optimism. A separate Harvard CAPS/Harris survey found a 6-point drop in the number of voters who believe their financial situation is worsening and a 3-point uptick in those who say the country is headed in the right direction. However, that survey showed Trump's overall approval rating holding steady. The White House / Wikimedia

Approval Bounces Slightly in Aggregated Polling

Aggregated polling data from Decision Desk HQ shows Trump’s approval rebounded slightly to nearly 47% this week, after falling to under 44% in early May. Still, these figures are far below the early-term highs and continue to reflect a volatile public sentiment heading into the summer. The White House / Wikimedia