Trump's approval hits 'new low.' See latest U.S., NC approval ratings

New polling coverage is pegging President Donald Trump’s job approval at new lows as August 2026 begins. A USA TODAY report, citing an Economist/YouGov survey, put approval at 33%, described as the lowest level in YouGov tracking since his return to office in 2025. The article also notes other recent controversy, including attempts to end birthright citizenship and proposals involving national security and voting restrictions. For national figures, it compiles results from multiple pollsters, including Ipsos/Reuters (35% approval), Marquette Law School (40%), AP-NORC (33%), Quinnipiac (32%), and CNN/SSRS (34%). For North Carolina, a Catawba College study published June 23 found 43% approval among 1,000 online respondents.