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Trump Approval Trails in Every Battleground State, Poll Shows

9/5/2026

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Summary

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U.S. President Donald Trump holds a net approval rating of minus 24 nationwide as of August 31, 2026.
Hispanic voters approved his job at 36 percent in the August 21-28, 2026 Economist/YouGov poll.
Trump trails in every major battleground state, with net ratings from –10 in Florida to –23 in Nevada.
Wyoming remains Trump’s strongest state with a +22 net approval, down from +47 at term start.

History

Historical Context

On November 8 1994, the Republican Party used Newt Gingrich’s Contract with America to win a net 54-seat House majority—the first GOP control of the chamber since 1952—and added eight Senate seats, ending Democratic dominance during Bill Clinton’s first term. The victory sparked conservative legislation and reshaped electoral dynamics that still influence today’s partisan contests.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a net approval rating of minus 24 nationwide as of August 31, 2026.
Hispanic voters approved his job at 36 percent in the August 21-28, 2026 Economist/YouGov poll.
Trump trails in every major battleground state, with net ratings from –10 in Florida to –23 in Nevada.
Wyoming remains Trump’s strongest state with a +22 net approval, down from +47 at term start.

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