A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll has revealed that US President Donald Trump's approval rating has remained at a record low, with only 32% of Americans approving of his performance. This rating matches the lowest recorded in his presidency, previously seen in a September survey. The poll, conducted online nationwide between September 30 and October 5, surveyed 4,506 US adults and had a margin of error of about two percentage points.
The poll also showed that Hispanic voters, who played a crucial role in Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election, have become increasingly dissatisfied with his administration. Only 24% of Hispanic Americans said they approved of Trump's performance, the lowest level recorded during either of his two presidential terms. This decline in support among Hispanic voters may pose challenges for the Republican Party in the upcoming November 3 congressional elections.
The survey indicated that the Republican Party could face difficulties among Hispanic voters in the midterm elections. Only 26% of Hispanic registered voters said they planned to vote Republican, while 52% said they intended to vote for Democratic candidates. The Democratic advantage was the largest recorded since Trump took office. Overall, registered voters preferred Democratic candidates over Republicans by 44% to 37%, less than a month before the elections.
The poll also found that the cost of living had become the most important issue for Americans as they prepared to vote. Consumer inflation has risen following increases in gasoline and diesel prices, which Reuters linked to the war with Iran. This shift in priorities may impact the midterm elections, as voters are increasingly concerned about the economy.
Trump's Republican Party has also seen its advantage among older voters narrow. Among Americans aged 50 and above, Republicans held only a two-point advantage over Democrats, with 44% supporting the Republican Party compared with 42% for Democrats. That compared with an eight-point Republican advantage in December. Among voters below 50, however, Democrats held an 18-point advantage.
The midterm elections will determine control of both chambers of Congress during the final two years of Trump's current term. The elections are seen as crucial, with Republicans and Democrats vying for control. The Reuters/Ipsos results are consistent with the latest Reuters reporting showing a difficult national polling environment for Republicans as the midterm campaign enters its final weeks.
The latest findings come as Trump and Republican candidates intensify their campaigns ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, with control of Congress at stake. The poll's results may serve as a warning for Republicans, highlighting the need to address voter concerns and shift their strategy to regain support.
Key points
- Trump's approval rating has hit a record low, with only 32% of Americans approving of his performance.
- Hispanic voters have become increasingly dissatisfied with Trump's administration, with only 24% approving of his performance.
- The cost of living has become the most important issue for Americans as they prepare to vote in the midterm elections.
