New York, NY – President Donald Trump's approval rating has plummeted to a new low, according to CNN's senior data analyst Harry Enten. During a recent appearance on the network, Enten discussed the latest polling data, which paints a bleak picture for the president's political standing.
According to Enten, Trump's net approval rating has reached an all-time low, with no indication of a turnaround. "This is a president who is stuck on empty, and it is just... I mean just look at this," Enten commented, pointing to a graphic illustrating the president's declining popularity. "It's just consistently low; It's stuck on empty, stuck on neutral. Whatever type of gasoline analogy you want to use."
The latest figures from a Reuters/Ipsos poll reflect this trend, showing Trump's approval rating at just 33% with his disapproval rating soaring to 65%. The survey found that only 13% of Americans strongly approve of Trump's performance, while 49% strongly disapprove. This stark contrast between the president's self-assessment and public opinion is further highlighted by the fact that 82% of Republicans approve of Trump's job performance, though the intensity of this support appears to be waning, with only 35% of Republicans saying they strongly approve.
The poll also indicated that Democrats are holding a slight edge on the generic ballot, with 35% of Americans saying they would vote for a Democratic candidate compared to 29% who would choose a Republican. An additional 16% of respondents were unsure of their choice, and another 16% said they do not plan to vote. The poll, which surveyed 1,215 U.S. adults between Aug. 21 and Aug. 24, has a margin of error of plus or minus 2.9 percentage points.
In a remarkable display of disconnect between reality and perception, Trump has continued to tout his presidency as one of the greatest in U.S. history. On Thursday, he posted a graphic on his social media platform, Truth Social, ranking U.S. presidents, with himself at the top, labeled "Greatest." The next tier, labeled "Great," included the likes of Abraham Lincoln, George Washington, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and others.
This apparent delusion is in stark contrast to the polling data, which shows a nation increasingly turned against the president's leadership. The poll's findings suggest that the political landscape is shifting, with a growing number of Americans expressing dissatisfaction with Trump's presidency.
Despite the overwhelming evidence of his waning popularity, Trump has shown no sign of changing his approach or acknowledging the public's concerns. Instead, he continues to double down on his rhetoric and ignore the mounting criticism.
The latest polling data is a significant blow to Trump's re-election prospects, particularly as the 2026 elections approach. With his approval rating at an all-time low, Trump will face an uphill battle to secure a second term in office.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, it remains to be seen whether Trump will be able to turn around his fortunes or if the current trend of declining popularity will persist. For now, it seems clear that the president is facing a challenging road ahead.
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