Six months before the US midterm elections, a new survey shows growing dissatisfaction with Donald Trump. Two issues in particular are politically troubling the president.
May 4, 2026, 6:28 amMay 4, 2026, 6:28 am
Six months before the US midterm elections, the political situation for the Republicans is deteriorating significantly. According to one new survey According to the Washington Post, ABC News and Ipsos, dissatisfaction with President Donald Trump is growing – particularly because of the war with Iran and the economic situation.
He is no longer as firmly in the saddle as he was when he took office: Donald Trump is increasingly unpopular in the USA.Image: keystone
At 37 percent, Trump’s overall approval rating is only slightly below the February value (39 percent). However, rejection has risen to 62 percent – a high in his term so far. Americans are particularly critical of Trump’s Iran policy: two thirds reject his actions. The president is also losing support on key economic issues. His approval ratings for the economy fall to 34 percent, for inflation to 27 percent and for the cost of living to just 23 percent.
The growing skepticism is also having a political impact. When asked about the preferred party for the House of Representatives elections, Democrats are five percentage points ahead of Republicans among registered voters – a significant increase from February. Among particularly determined voters, this lead even grows to nine points. In addition, Democratic supporters are significantly more motivated to vote than Republican supporters.
Republican base is divided
Another factor is the division within the Republican base: While 77 percent of MAGA supporters are sure they will vote, the figure is only 59 percent of more moderate Republicans. Democrats have the highest mobilization at 79 percent.
The Democrats are also catching up on key political issues. In economic policy – traditionally a strength of the Republicans – public confidence is now practically balanced. Similar shifts can be seen in inflation. Although the Republicans retain advantages in crime and migration, these are shrinking.
At the same time, several of the Trump administration’s political plans are met with widespread rejection: 65 percent reject the abolition of the place of birth principle for citizenship, and even 78 percent reject cuts in medical research. Increased defense spending and restrictions for migrants also do not find a majority.
There are also doubts about Trump’s personal suitability: 59 percent of those surveyed doubt his mental fitness, 55 percent doubt his physical condition. A clear majority also questions his trustworthiness and leadership skills.
The survey points to an increasingly difficult environment for the Republicans – with possible consequences for their slim majorities in Congress. (aargauerzeitung.ch)