Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen to the lowest point of his second term, as economic dissatisfaction erodes his core voter base. With less than seven months until the 2026 midterm elections, the Republican Party's alarm bells are ringing.
According to CCTV, the latest U.S. polls show that Donald Trump's approval rating on economic issues has dropped to 31%, a record low for his term. Reports indicate that following U.S. military action against Iran, domestic oil prices have risen, further exacerbating the economic pressure and discontent among the American public.
Only 24% of respondents approve of the government's handling of inflation, a significant drop from 33% a year ago; opposition to tariff policies has reached 64%, with only 28% expressing support.
According to a poll released Monday by the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Donald Trump's overall approval rating has fallen to 33%, a new low for his second term.
The most alarming signal for Republicans is the clear rift appearing in the working-class base that Donald Trump relied on to win two elections. 17% of 2024 Donald Trump voters now have doubts about their choice, and his net approval rating among adults in households with annual incomes under $50,000 has fallen to -22 percentage points.
<h2>Poll Decline Accelerates, Tariffs Ignite Inflation Discontent</h2>
According to an analysis by the Financial Times, the downward trend in Donald Trump's approval rating dates back to last December—well before the military actions in the Middle East—suggesting that the roots of voter dissatisfaction lie more in domestic economic policies.
The UMass Amherst poll shows that the 33% overall approval rating is the lowest of his entire second term. Economists have long warned of inflationary pressures from tariffs; currently, only 24% of respondents approve of the government's handling of inflation, compared to 33% a year ago.
According to CCTV, the latest U.S. polls show Donald Trump's approval rating on economic issues has fallen to 31%, a record low; 77% of respondents believe the &#34;U.S. economic situation is terrible,&#34; and economic satisfaction among Republican voters has declined by 14 percentage points compared to previous levels.
In a 19-minute national televised address on Wednesday evening, Donald Trump acknowledged this &#34;short-term&#34; economic pain and blamed &#34;crazy&#34; attacks by Iran on shipping in the straits for high gasoline prices. Analysts believe this statement indicates he has recognized the decline in his poll numbers.
<h2>Oil Price Shock Spreads, Cracks Appear in Working-Class Base</h2>
The latest polls show that 63% of respondents state &#34;rising oil prices have caused some degree of economic hardship for their families.&#34; The effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has kept oil prices high, serving as one of the most direct channels through which voters experience economic pressure.
For the Republican Party, the most cautionary figure is Donald Trump's net approval rating of -22 percentage points among adults in households with annual incomes below $50,000.
Attracting the working class was the core logic behind Donald Trump's two election victories. The UMass Amherst poll also indicates that 17% of 2024 Donald Trump voters already have doubts about their choice. This suggests his electoral coalition is fracturing in real-time.
<h2>White House Gaffes Add Variables, Path to Midterm Breakthrough Remains Unclear</h2>
Against a backdrop of increasingly fragile electoral prospects, remarks made by Donald Trump at an Easter luncheon on Wednesday have further unsettled Republican insiders. He stated bluntly:
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&#34;We can't be taking care of nurseries. We're a big country, we're at war. Taking care of nurseries, Medicaid, Medicare—these things are impossible for us.&#34;
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For working-class voters already deeply concerned about the government's stance on social spending, these remarks are akin to adding fuel to the fire.
In addition to polling pressure, Donald Trump's tariff agenda and immigration policies—the two hallmark policies of his second term—are currently facing simultaneous judicial obstacles.
According to James Politi, Washington Bureau Chief for the Financial Times, the White House and the Republican Party are facing the urgent task of reversing the situation before the November 2026 elections. Judging by the current polling trends, this will be no easy path forward.

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Donald Trump's overall approval rating has dropped to a new term low of 33%, with 77% of respondents viewing the economy as "terrible." The net approval rating among his core working-class voter base has plummeted to -22 percentage points, and 17% of his 2024 supporters have already begun to regret their votes. Discontent has been fueled by tariff-driven inflation, surging oil prices, and remarks regarding welfare cuts. With less than seven months remaining until the midterm elections, the Republican Party is on full alert

- Recent polls indicate Donald Trump's support has dropped to a record low of 31% on economic issues, sparking concern among Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms.  
- Only 24% approve of the government's handling of inflation, and dissatisfaction with rising oil prices has significantly impacted lower-income voters, where Trump's support among households earning under $50,000 is now at a negative 22%.  
- Amidst these challenges, Trump's comments during a recent event have intensified worries within the GOP about his ability to reestablish support among vital working-class voters.

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Approval Rating Hits New Low of 33%: Economic Pain Drags Down Donald Trump as Alarms Sound for Republican Midterm Elections