Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Hits Its Lowest Mark, Per Polling Group

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Donald Trump’s approval rating dropped to 39.8 percent in a new polling average. His disapproval rating reached 58.3 percent, according to the same dataset. The numbers marked a rough political stretch for the president. The polling group’s chart showed Trump’s approval falling through 2026. It also came as reports linked voter frustration to the Iran war, prices, and broader economic pressure.

Donald Trump’s approval rating hits a new low, according to polling group

Trump's disapproval rating today (58.3%) is higher than its highest point in his first term (57.9%), which occurred after January 6, 2021. pic.twitter.com/gNDgSMfIAs

— Tom Bevan (@TomBevanRCP) May 25, 2026

As per RealClearPolitics’ polling average for May 1 to May 25, Donald Trump stood at 39.8 percent approval. His disapproval rating stood at 58.3 percent, leaving him with a negative -18.5 point spread. The polling table included surveys from major publications like The Wall Street Journal, Morning Consult, Rasmussen Reports, Fox News, Reuters/Ipsos, CBS News, and The New York Times.

The numbers also showed Trump’s favorability underwater. The same RealClearPolitics graphic listed him at 40.2 percent favorable and 56.1 percent unfavorable. Meanwhile, The Independent report cited RealClearPolitics co-founder Tom Bevan’s comparison. Bevan said, “Trump’s disapproval rating today (58.3 percent) is higher than its highest point in his first term (57.9 percent).” He added that the earlier high “occurred after January 6, 2021.”

The polling slump also arrived during pressure over Iran and prices. As per The Independent, another Gallup poll found 76 percent of Americans believed the economy was getting worse. The outlet also quoted Trump telling reporters, “I don’t think about American’s financial situation.” He added, “I think about one thing: We cannot let Iran have a nuclear weapon.” Separately, a Marist poll found 37 percent approved of Trump’s job performance, while 59 percent disapproved.

However, the White House pushed back against negative readings. In a previous statement cited by The Independent, spokesperson Olivia Wales said Trump made national security decisions in “the best interest of the American people.” Reuters also reported that cost-of-living concerns and the Iran war had pulled Trump’s support lower. The Reuters/Ipsos poll put his approval at 34 percent in late April.

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Controversy Erupts as LA Mayor Hopeful Spencer Pratt Accuses Karen Bass of Breaking Election Laws

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Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt has accused incumbent Mayor Karen Bass of violating city election laws. Pratt filed a formal complaint alleging that Bass violated election laws by allegedly campaigning near a ballot drop box during early voting.

The LA race for mayor heats up as Spencer Pratt accuses Karen Bass of campaigning too close to ballot boxes

Karen Bass just violated election law here. She is so accustomed to breaking the law with no accountability, she even filmed herself doing it. Well, those days are over. We just filed a formal complaint for illegally gaming the election. We must protect our democracy.… https://t.co/NcgFElQSQA pic.twitter.com/Oz33YQ9Y7b

— Spencer Pratt (@spencerpratt) May 26, 2026

In an X post on May 26, Spencer Pratt wrote, “Karen Bass just violated election law here. She is so accustomed to breaking the law with no accountability that she even filmed herself doing it. Well, those days are over. We just filed a formal complaint for illegally gaming the election. We must protect our democracy.”

He added, “Electioneering within 100 feet of a ballot box is AGAINST THE LAW. Soliciting votes at a ballot box is AGAINST THE LAW. These clear violations show a reckless disregard for the rule of law and our democratic process. Someone in a position of power should be especially respectful of our democratic laws, but this is just emblematic of Karen’s mafia-like regime. It’s ‘rules for thee, but not for me.'”

The video shows Bass’ supporters next to a ballot box chanting “four more years.” Pratt also attached a screenshot of the complaint letter that was sent to the Los Angeles City Clerk’s Office on May 26. Under California election law, the following activities are prohibited within 100 feet of a polling place, ballot drop box, curbside voting area, or near voters in line.

However, Bass was quick to take a jab at the mayoral candidate. She responded by tweeting, “Spencer is just mad that his supporters are AI cartoons and we have real Angelenos. We follow the rules.”

The Los Angeles mayoral primary election will take place on June 2, 2026.

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