Trump's approval falls to 33% two weeks before midterm elections

President Donald Trump's approval rating fell to 33% two weeks before the midterm elections, according to Yahoo News on October 19, 2026. The poll reflects the lowest level of support of his administration, driven by voters' discontent over rising living costs and international tensions.

This approval rate represents a decline from the 45% recorded in February 2025. Meanwhile, the share of respondents who disapprove of the president's performance stood at 66%, while strong disapproval reached 52%, according to the information published by the outlet.

Voters' economic unease is particularly evident in the energy market. Some 71% of those surveyed described gasoline prices as unaffordable, a significant jump from the 28% reported in February, in a context marked by the administration's decision to enter into conflict with Iran.

The political repercussions of this erosion extend to Congress and the Senate, where the Republican Party is defending its majority against Democratic candidates. According to the cited sample, preferences for Congress favor Democrats at 52% against 44% for Republicans among likely voters.

Faced with this loss of popular support, the federal administration has intensified its presence at campaign events across the country in an effort to stem the opposition's advance in key districts.