Trump Claims Higher Approval Rating Amid Lower Poll Results

Donald Trump stated in a post on Truth Social that he has a 59% approval rating, attributing this to decreasing prices for oil and gas. However, recent reputable polls indicate that his disapproval rating is closer to 59% or higher. According to Nate Silver's polling analysis, Trump's current national average approval rating is approximately 40.1%, with a disapproval rating of 56.5%. Multiple polls conducted in June and July show approval ratings significantly lower than the figure Trump claimed. For instance, a TIPP Insights survey from July 6 reported a 38% approval rating, while a YouGov/The Economist survey indicated a 35% approval rating against a 61% disapproval rating. The closest poll to Trump's claim was a Zogby Analytics survey from early July, which found a 47% approval rating. Even Rasmussen Reports, known for often favoring GOP candidates, reported Trump's approval at 45% with a 54% disapproval rating. Republican pollster Whit Ayres noted that historical trends suggest the GOP may lose control of the House in the upcoming midterms due to Trump's low approval ratings, which correlate with seat losses in midterm elections. The Daily Beast has reached out to the White House for a response.