Trump Loses Ground on Several Personal Traits as Approval Rating Slips U.S. President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped to 34%, the lowest mark of his second term, according to a Pew Research Center survey conducted April 20-26, 2026. The survey of 5,103 U.S. adults found significant declines in public perception of his personal traits and policy capabilities. Among key metrics, 38% of respondents now say Trump “keeps his promises” very or fairly well, down from 43% in August 2025 and 51% shortly after his 2024 reelection. Confidence in his mental sharpness has also fallen to 44%, compared to 48% in August 2025. While 64% of Americans still describe Trump as someone who stands up for his beliefs, this share has declined from 68% in the same period last year. Public confidence in Trump’s ability to handle critical national issues has also waned. Only 41% of respondents express confidence in his capacity to make sound decisions on immigration policy, down from 46% in August 2025 and 53% in November 2024. Confidence in his use of military force has similarly declined to 38%, compared to 46% in August. However, his standing on economic policy remains relatively stable, with 42% expressing confidence in his decisions, slightly lower than the 44% recorded in August. The decline in support has affected both Republican and Democratic voters, though Republicans continue to offer more favorable assessments than Democrats. Among Republicans and Republican-leaning independents, 68% approve of Trump’s job performance, down from 73% in January 2026.#donald_trump #pew_research_center #democratic_party #white_house_correspondents_association_dinner #republican_party
