Trump’s Approval Rating Hits New Lows as Republicans Brace for Midterm Battle Over Rising Prices
With control of Congress hanging in the balance, newly released surveys this week show President Trump’s approval rating hovering near second-term lows, while Democratic voters are reporting significantly greater enthusiasm about voting in November. According to FiftyPlusOne, a polling and elections tracking website that aggregates major polls, Trump’s approval stands at just 45% among adults, down from the 52% approval he enjoyed a month into his second term. The data paints a stark picture: Trump remains deeply underwater with voters heading into the final weeks before the midterms, and confidence in his handling of key issues—including the economy, foreign policy, and immigration—has eroded since the start of his term.nnIndividual surveys vary, but major polling averages point to the same conclusion. “Today his approval rating is significantly lower,” noted one analysis, underscoring a consistent downward trend. The erosion of support is particularly troubling for Republicans as they battle rising prices, a kitchen-table issue that has historically driven voter discontent. While the February 2025 survey sampled 148 Hispanic Trump voters (effective sample size of 95, margin of error +/- 10), broader national polls show a similar pattern: voters are losing faith in the president’s economic stewardship. Meanwhile, Democratic voters are more enthusiastic about casting ballots in November, a dynamic that could spell trouble for GOP candidates in competitive districts.nnFiftyPlusOne estimates that Democrats will gain 25 seats in the House of Representatives and four or five in the Senate, enough to secure majorities in both chambers. Such a scenario would effectively end the Republican legislative agenda and empower Democrats to block Trump’s priorities. The youngest adults who were eligible to vote in 2024 are currently 19 years old—a cohort that leans Democratic and could add to the enthusiasm gap. With inflation still biting and Trump’s approval ratings sagging, Republicans face an uphill climb to retain control of Congress.nnAs the midterms approach, the battle over rising prices will likely dominate the airwaves. But if current polling holds, Trump’s low approval ratings and the Democrats’ edge in voter enthusiasm may prove decisive. For Republicans, the path to victory requires not only addressing economic concerns but also overcoming a president whose popularity is fading fast. The stakes could not be higher
Shimanta Das 
