Donald Trump Responds to New Approval Ratings
Recently, a new set of public opinion polls has become a topic of concern for former President Donald Trump, showing mixed reviews from the American people about his current performance as leader. Since returning to office, Trump’s handling of various issues has sparked widespread debate.
One particular survey from the AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research indicated that only about 40% of American adults approve of the way Trump is managing his responsibilities. This has brought much attention, especially since majorities weren’t satisfied with his strategies concerning the economy and immigration.
According to the findings, 59% of participants voiced a negative opinion of Trump by early January 2026. This perception might have shifted even more after headlines about immigration enforcement actions that took place in Minneapolis.
Additional Insights from the New York Times and Siena University Poll
Another poll, featured by the New York Times in collaboration with Siena University, revealed that nearly 50% of respondents felt the country was in a worse state than the previous year. About a third of people felt optimistic, indicating some areas of improvement.
Trump’s reaction to these polling results was swift and direct. In a forceful statement, he dismissed the findings as unreliable, labeling them as “fake and fraudulent.” He accused various media organizations of using these surveys to manipulate public opinion rather than reflecting it accurately.
Reflecting on the 2020 election polls, Trump criticized some media outlets, alleging that their polling methods have previously led to inaccurate predictions about the election’s outcome.
He expressed his distrust towards certain polling institutions but mentioned there are others he believes report more truthful reflections. However, he argues these trusted polls are often ignored by mainstream media.
In his statement, Trump promised to combat what he termed misleading polling practices, highlighting that such activities have undermined the trust in journalism across the nation. He vows to hold misleading polls accountable.
