Trump's Approval Ratings Plummet Below 50%, Highlighting Deep Political and Generational Divides

August 24, 2025
Trump's Approval Ratings Plummet Below 50%, Highlighting Deep Political and Generational Divides
  • Approval ratings vary significantly by age, with 48% of those aged 65 and older approving of Trump, compared to only 29% among 18-29-year-olds, indicating notable generational divides.

  • The poll also reveals a stark partisan divide: most Democrats disapprove of Trump, while most Republicans approve, underscoring the deep political polarization.

  • Monitoring these approval trends is crucial for understanding public sentiment, especially as disapproval increases among key demographics.

  • The decline in approval ratings and the evident partisan and generational divides could pose challenges for Trump’s political strategy and influence policy decisions during his second term.

  • This notable generational gap and declining support suggest potential long-term societal and political divides that could shape future elections and policy debates.

  • Recent polls indicate that President Donald Trump's approval ratings are below 50% seven months into his second term, with only 23% of Americans strongly approving and 47% strongly disapproving, highlighting deep political polarization.

  • A recent Economist/YouGov poll shows that overall approval stands at 40%, with disapproval at 56%, reflecting a significant decline in public support.

  • Other reputable polls, including Reuters/Ipsos and Pew Research Center, report similar approval ratings around 38-40%, suggesting a consistent downward trend or stagnation.

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