Poll Shows Low Approval Ratings for Trump's Economic Handling

A Quinnipiac University national poll released on May 24, 2026, indicates that only 33% of voters approve of President Donald Trump's handling of the economy, while 64% disapprove. This marks the lowest approval rating for Trump on economic issues during his presidency. Among Republicans, 73% approve, while 24% disapprove. In contrast, 97% of Democrats disapprove, and 70% of independents also express disapproval. The poll reflects a decline from an earlier poll on April 15, 2026, where 38% approved and 57% disapproved of Trump's economic management. Additionally, only 34% of voters approve of Trump's overall job performance, a decrease from 38% in the previous poll. Regarding U.S. military action against Iran, 38% support it, while 56% oppose it. The poll also reveals that 31% of voters consider the economy the most urgent issue facing the country, followed by preserving democracy at 26%. When asked about gas prices, 55% of voters attribute the recent rise to Trump significantly. Furthermore, 68% believe Trump is not focused enough on domestic issues. If elections were held today, 50% of voters would prefer the Democratic Party to control the House of Representatives, compared to 39% for the Republican Party. Approval ratings for both parties in Congress are low, with only 20% approving of Democrats and 27% approving of Republicans.