USA03 November, 20253 min read
Poll Shows 63% of Americans Reject Trump’s Presidency in Record Disapproval
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63% of Americans disapprove of Trump’s presidential performance, a record high. Majorities doubt Trump’s commitment to protecting free speech, press, and fair elections.
7 outlets told this the same way.
Trump Approval Ratings Decline
A new CNN/SSRS survey shows President Donald Trump facing a record 63% disapproval rating and just 37% approval. This marks his worst numbers of the second term and surpasses his prior disapproval peak set after January 2021. Western mainstream outlets emphasize both the scale and timing of these figures.
“A recent CNN poll reveals that President Trump's approval rating is at 37%, the lowest of his second term and comparable to his first term at this stage, with a disapproval rating at a record high of 63%.”
CNN reports approval at 37% with disapproval at a record 63%. iHeart notes the poll ran from October 27 to 30 and pairs the figures with broader public dissatisfaction. The Daily Beast highlights the superlative—"highest-ever disapproval"—and compares it to his previous record.
Parallel polling by ABC News, Washington Post, and Ipsos indicates that half of Americans believe the administration is not committed to protecting rights and freedoms. This reinforces the climate of disapproval.
Against this backdrop, Asian outlet NewsBreak reports mounting controversies during a prolonged shutdown, including fights over SNAP funding and questions about Trump’s health and ethics. These issues offer context for the sour mood captured by the national polls.
Public Opinion on Trump Policies
Issue-by-issue results show why the public mood is sour. iHeart reports 72% say the U.S. economy is poor. Sixty-one percent believe Trump’s policies worsened the economy.
Fifty-six percent say his foreign policy damaged America’s standing. Fifty-seven percent oppose his deportation plans. CNN similarly finds 68% dissatisfied with the country’s direction and 72% unhappy with the economy.
Many blame Trump’s policies for these issues. CNN notes widespread disapproval of his foreign and immigration policies. There is also a view that he has overstepped presidential powers.
ABC/Washington Post/Ipsos polling focuses on civil liberties. Majorities doubt the administration’s commitment to free press, speech, fair justice, and free elections. Fifty-eight percent say Trump goes “too far” in political retribution.
The Washington Post highlights uncertainty over criminal cases involving two perceived opponents. Together, these polls outline both performance-based and rights-based drivers behind the record disapproval.
Current U.S. Electoral Polling
The polling environment also carries electoral implications. CNN reports Democrats hold an early advantage in the House ballot, with 47% compared to 42% for their opponents. Independents are leaning Democratic, with 44% favoring Democrats and 31% favoring Republicans.
“Looking ahead to the 2024 midterms, Democrats hold an early advantage: 47% of registered voters favor the Democratic candidate in their district versus 42% for Republicans... 41% say their vote will be a message opposing Trump...”
Democratic motivation is stronger, with 67% compared to 46% for the other side. Additionally, 41% of voters say their vote will be a message opposing Trump. These signals coexist with record disapproval ratings, with 63% disapproving and 37% approving, as reported across CNN, iHeart, and The Daily Beast.
Polling from ABC/Washington Post/Ipsos focuses less on the electoral race and more on commitments to rights and perceptions of retribution. These attitudes align with the anti-Trump voting motivation documented by CNN.
NewsBreak provides additional context on Republican turbulence, including Vice President JD Vance describing his role as mainly following Trump’s directives and uncertainty about GOP policy. This turbulence may influence voter perceptions.
Public Views on Presidential Limits
Concerns about constitutional limits and democratic norms amplify the polling picture. CNN finds most Americans think Trump has overstepped presidential powers. ABC polling shows majorities doubt his commitment to freedom of the press, speech, fair justice, and free elections, with 58% saying he goes “too far” in retribution.
ABC also reports that 60% see federal judges as enforcing limits on Trump’s authority. The Washington Post similarly reports widespread doubts about commitments to free speech, fair justice, and free elections, plus uncertainty about criminal cases involving two perceived opponents. These rights-and-institutions concerns complement issue-based dissatisfaction and help explain the scale of disapproval.
Shutdown Impact and Controversies
The shutdown-era context intensifies the negative environment. CNN reports the shutdown is widely seen as a crisis or major problem with strong disapproval of Trump’s handling. iHeart notes the prolonged shutdown beginning October 1 could cost up to $14 billion and coincides with Trump ending trade talks with Canada over a disputed advertisement.
“The federal government shutdown is widely seen as a crisis or major problem, with strong disapproval of Trump’s and congressional leaders’ handling.”
NewsBreak catalogs controversies surrounding the period, including courts ordering SNAP funding to continue, a cut “60 Minutes” question about a CZ Zhao pardon tied to Trump business interests, and criticism over alleged family self-dealing and opulent parties. These events together depict turbulence that can feed public disapproval. ABC’s polling adds that most Democrats and independents believe the administration avoids complying with court orders, underscoring institutional strains that parallel the shutdown disputes.