A survey of approximately 3,494 likely voters conducted by the New York Times and Siena College in October shows President Trump’s approval rating at 36%, marking the lowest level recorded in that poll’s testing. The survey found 59% of respondents disapproved of Trump’s handling of his position, while 52% indicated they planned to vote for the Democratic candidate in the upcoming election.
Disapproval centered heavily on economic matters. According to the poll, 73% of registered voters expressed disapproval of Trump’s handling of gas prices, 69% disapproved of his approach to the cost of living, and 64% disapproved of his overall economic management. Additionally, 65% said they disapproved of Trump’s handling of the Iran war, which has continued for nearly eight months and contributed to elevated gas and oil prices.
The polling results presented challenges for Trump and Republicans as they sought to maintain their congressional majority in the upcoming midterms. While Trump has campaigned for candidates aligned with his political movement, some Republican candidates have attempted to distance themselves from the president amid declining popularity tied to his economic policies. The president had pledged in 2024 to reduce everyday costs, maintain low inflation, and avoid initiating additional foreign conflicts. As of October 21, gas prices exceeded $4.25 per gallon, inflation reached 3.7%, and the Iran conflict remained ongoing.
Trump’s approval rating declined by two percentage points between September and October according to the New York Times/Siena College measurement. Democratic candidates have focused messaging on cost-of-living concerns to attract independent and undecided voters, asserting that Trump’s policies such as tariffs have driven costs upward. The White House was contacted for comment on the findings.
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