President Trump's Approval Ratings Hit New Lows, Impacting Midterm Prospects
President Donald Trump's approval ratings have reached new lows, according to a recent Economist/YouGov poll. The poll, conducted from August 7-10, shows that only 33% of Americans approve of Trump's job performance, while 62% disapprove. This marks a significant decline from previous weeks and is the lowest approval rating since his return to office in 2025. The poll also highlights concerns about Trump's age, with 53% of respondents believing he is too old to be president. Additionally, 61% of respondents believe Trump is using his office for personal gain, and 55% think he is misusing the Department of Justice against political enemies.