Trump disapproval hits new high as cost concerns and Iran war continue: Poll

Published May 3, 2026 9:40pm ET | Updated May 4, 2026 10:59am ET



President Donald Trump’s disapproval rating has spiked to a record high of 62%, according to a new poll.

The new data come as midterm elections are exactly six months away. Trump’s approval rating is now 37%, according to the poll conducted by the Washington Post, down from the 39% figure recorded on Feb. 22.

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