Donald Trump's Approval Rating Plummets On All Personality Traits
President Donald Trump's job approval rating has dropped to 34 percent, the lowest of his second term, according to a Pew Research Center survey. Declines in support are evident not only among Democrats but also within his Republican base and 2024 voter coalition. The findings reflect growing voter skepticism about Trump's personal traits, promise-keeping, mental sharpness, and policy decision-making.
- ▪President Donald Trump’s job approval rating stands at 34 percent, the lowest of his second term, per a Pew Research Center survey conducted April 20–26.
- ▪Only 38 percent of respondents believe Trump keeps his promises, down from 51 percent shortly after the 2024 election.
- ▪Among Republicans, approval of Trump has fallen to 68 percent from 73 percent in January, with notable declines in confidence on military and foreign policy decisions.
- ▪Perceptions of Trump’s mental sharpness have declined, with 44 percent viewing him as mentally sharp, down four points since August 2025.
- ▪Confidence in Trump’s handling of immigration and military force has dropped significantly, with only 41 percent and 38 percent expressing confidence, respectively.
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By Sam StevensonAssociate News EditorShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.President Donald Trump’s job approval has fallen to its lowest point of his second term as voters report declining confidence in his personal traits and governing judgment, according to a new Pew Research Center survey released this week.The erosion is no longer confined to Democrats, with notable slippage among Republicans and even within Trump’s own 2024 voter coalition.The findings complicate Trump’s governing position heading into a contentious election cycle, raising questions about enthusiasm, turnout, and coalition stability.But the president has pushed back on negative…
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