New CNN/SSRS poll shows President Donald Trump’s standalone approval rating at 37%, amid sharp public discontent with the U.S. economy and national direction.
In a newly released national survey, President Donald Trump’s job-approval rating stands at just 37 percent, the lowest mark of his second term and comparable to the 36 percent approval he held at the same point in his first term.
The poll by CNN/SSRS, conducted Oct. 27–30, 2025, among 1,245 U.S. adults, reports a disapproval rating of 63 percent — the highest of Trump’s presidency to date.
Americans surveyed express deep dissatisfaction with the state of the country: 68 percent say things are going “pretty/very badly.” When asked specifically about the economy, 72 percent of respondents rate its condition poorly, and 47 percent identify the economy and cost of living as the top issue facing the nation.
With mid-term elections on the horizon, the poll signals a political challenge for the Republican Party and for Trump himself. One in five voters said their upcoming ballot is primarily an expression of opposition to the president, compared with 21 percent who say their vote is a show of support.
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Economics looms largest among voters’ concerns. Only 27 percent believe Trump’s policies have improved economic conditions, while 61 percent say his policies have made them worse. It is a significant erosion of support on an issue historically strong for his administration.
The ratings come at a moment of convergence: a large share of Americans view both the country’s trajectory and its economic health unfavorably. Such sentiment tends to heighten risk for the party in power during mid-term cycles. Traditional advantages that incumbents enjoy may be muted when public dissatisfaction is high.
Furthermore, the findings underscore shifting political dynamics — even though the president maintains strong backing among core supporters, broader discontent, particularly among independents and moderates, raises questions about future electoral strength.
For President Trump, the challenge is twofold: reversing negative perceptions around his performance while offering a narrative that resonates amid economic anxiety. For policymakers and analysts, the poll offers a snapshot of a divided electorate — one less confident in its leadership and increasingly vocal in its concerns.
The next several months will test whether this dissatisfaction translates into electoral consequences, how the administration responds, and whether economic improvement or messaging can turn the tide.