Trump's Approval Ratings Hit New Second-Term Lows on Economy, Foreign Affairs, and Inflation
CNN polling from late March 2026 shows President Trump's approval ratings at record lows for his second term, with only 39% approving on the economy, 36% on foreign affairs, and just 27% on inflation.
Key Points
- Economy approval at 39% (61% disapprove), net -22 rating
- Foreign affairs approval at 36% (64% disapprove), net -28 rating
- Inflation approval at just 27% (72% disapprove), net -45 rating
- Poll conducted by SSRS between March 26-30, 2026
Full Details
A new CNN poll conducted by SSRS between March 26 and March 30, 2026, found President Donald Trump's approval ratings at their lowest point yet across three major policy areas. On the economy, 39% approved while 61% disapproved, yielding a net rating of minus 22 points. Foreign affairs views were similarly negative, with only 36% approving and 64% disapproving, resulting in a net rating of minus 28 points. The harshest response came on inflation, where just 27% of those surveyed approved of Trump's handling of rising prices while 72% disapproved, representing a net rating of minus 45 points. These figures represent a significant decline from earlier polling in the same survey where 44% approved of Trump's handling of the economy.
Why It Matters
The historically low approval ratings on inflation, the most immediate pocketbook issue for voters, suggest significant political vulnerability as energy prices continue rising due to geopolitical tensions.
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