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Trump's Approval Plummets to 60% Disapproval Amid Midterms

2/23/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces 60% disapproval in a Washington Post/Ipsos poll, the lowest level since the January 6 Capitol attack, conducted from February 12–17.
Forty-seven percent strongly disapprove, and many voters are dissatisfied with his handling of immigration and inflation.
Approval remains particularly low among key voter groups, including low-income Americans.
The GOP faces a challenging midterm season, and Trump’s unpopularity could hurt the party’s performance in upcoming elections.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces 60% disapproval in a Washington Post/Ipsos poll, the lowest level since the January 6 Capitol attack, conducted from February 12–17.
Forty-seven percent strongly disapprove, and many voters are dissatisfied with his handling of immigration and inflation.
Approval remains particularly low among key voter groups, including low-income Americans.
The GOP faces a challenging midterm season, and Trump’s unpopularity could hurt the party’s performance in upcoming elections.