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Trump’s 37% Approval Sparks GOP Defeat Fears

5/19/2026

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Trump Low Approval

Republican consultants warn that President Donald Trump’s approval in the low-30s could lead to GOP defeat in November.
A New York Times and Siena College poll released Monday shows President Donald Trump’s approval at 37 percent and disapproval at 59 percent.
Strategist Susan Del Percio said Trump helped 401(k) gains and likened record to George H. W. Bush’s tax promise.
Democratic strategist Joel Payne warned that Trump’s low ratings cannot overcome mistrust of Democratic leaders.

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Trump Low Approval

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Trump Low Approval

Republican consultants warn that President Donald Trump’s approval in the low-30s could lead to GOP defeat in November.
A New York Times and Siena College poll released Monday shows President Donald Trump’s approval at 37 percent and disapproval at 59 percent.
Strategist Susan Del Percio said Trump helped 401(k) gains and likened record to George H. W. Bush’s tax promise.
Democratic strategist Joel Payne warned that Trump’s low ratings cannot overcome mistrust of Democratic leaders.

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