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Trump Approval Drops To 37% As Economic, Iran Worries Grow: Report
A NBC News poll shows Trump with 37% approval and 63% disapproval, the lowest in his second term. Americans cite rising living costs and the Iran conflict as major concerns, with inflation, gas prices, and foreign policy shaping views. Immigration attitudes show slight improvement, and most back stricter voting ID measures.
Why It Matters
The results highlight headwinds for Republicans ahead of midterm elections and underscore public focus on inflation, energy costs, and foreign policy.
Timeline
6 Events
Support for stricter voting measures, including photo IDs
April 20, 2026
About three-quarters of adults support stricter voting measures, including the use of government-issued photo identification for elections.
Immigration handling shows some improvement but remains below majority
April 20, 2026
Public opinion on immigration and border security shows a 4-point increase in agreement since late January/early February, with 44% agreeing and 56% disagreeing with Trump's approach.
Public opinion on Iran war and escalation
April 20, 2026
Views on the Iran conflict are largely negative toward the administration's approach. About two-thirds disagree with the administration's handling of the war. Among Republicans, 74% support Trump's handling of the conflict, while nearly all Democrats and 82% of independents disagree. A majority (61%) say the US should avoid further military escalation; 16% support continuing operations but only with airstrikes. Younger voters under 30 largely oppose further military action (74%).
Economy and living costs dominate voter concerns
April 20, 2026
Inflation and the rising cost of living are the top issues for voters; many respondents report worsened finances over the past year, with a small share reporting improvement. Gas prices are described as a serious burden by a majority of Americans (29% major, 36% somewhat serious, 29% not too serious, 9% not a problem).
Trump approval at 37% and disapproval at 63% in NBC News poll
April 20, 2026
NBC News Decision Desk poll places overall approval for Trump at 37% and disapproval at 63% (including 50% strong disapproval). It notes nearly two-thirds believe the country is heading in the wrong direction amid concerns about rising living costs.
Earlier immigration handling polling shows small improvement vs late January/early February 2026
February 2026
Polls indicate a 4-point increase in approval of Trump's handling of immigration and border security since late January and early February 2026.