Latest Trump Approval Ratings: Explore Recent Poll Results
President Donald Trump’s approval has remained steady in recent weeks amid growing controversies. Protests, foreign tensions, and a public clash with the pope have accompanied the polling numbers.
Tempe protest and Arizona rally
Demonstrators marched in Tempe on March 28, 2026. The action was part of the No Kings protest against the president.
Days later, Trump traveled to Phoenix for a Turning Point USA event. He addressed supporters at Dream City Church.
He praised Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA, for her response to the September assassination of Charlie Kirk. He closed his remarks urging Arizona to secure Republican gains in the 2026 midterms.
Tensions with Iran and shipping in the Gulf
Negotiations with Tehran hit setbacks last week, affecting regional stability. Iranian officials announced the Strait of Hormuz was “completely open” on Friday.
The declaration followed a ceasefire in Lebanon and briefly pushed oil prices downward. The move eased some investor concerns about inflation.
Trump publicly thanked Iran for reopening the trade route. He also said a blockade on Iranian ports and ships would stay in “full force” until a deal ends the war.
Later the same day, Iranian state media published a warning that the shipping lane could be closed again.
Escalating clash with Pope Leo XIV
The president’s public feud with Pope Leo XIV intensified in April. The Vatican posted a statement on April 7 opposing the war, after the president spoke of drastic military action.
On April 12, Trump criticized the pope on social media. The pontiff replied that he felt no fear of the administration and vowed to continue speaking against the conflict.
Poll numbers and trends
Multiple national polls show a mix of approval and disapproval ratings. The averages vary across pollsters and timeframes.
Recent poll results
- RealClear Polling average (March 20–April 16): 41.5% approve, 56.2% disapprove.
- Reuters/Ipsos (March 20–23): 36% favorable, 62% unfavorable.
- New York Times daily average (as of April 17): 40% approve, 56% disapprove.
- Associated Press/NORC (updated March 19): 38% approve, 60% disapprove.
- The Economist (update April 17): 38% favorable, 56% unfavorable.
- Rasmussen Reports (April 17): 43% approve, 54% disapprove.
- Morning Consult (updated April 9): 45% approve, 52% disapprove.
- American Research Group (March 21): 34% approve, 63% disapprove.
The latest Trump approval ratings vary by pollster and methodology. Polls taken over different windows produce different snapshots.
How today compares with past years
When Trump left office in 2021, his final approval rating was 34%. His first-term average registered at about 41%.
Comparisons to past presidents show wide variance. Joe Biden sits near 40%, while former presidents ranged from 24% to 66%.
- Joe Biden — 40%
- Donald Trump (first term) — 34%
- Barack Obama — 59%
- George W. Bush — 34%
- Bill Clinton — 66%
- George H.W. Bush — 56%
- Ronald Reagan — 63%
- Jimmy Carter — 34%
- Gerald Ford — 53%
- Richard Nixon — 24%
What approval ratings measure
Gallup notes approval ratings are a simple but powerful metric. They have influenced politics for more than seven decades.
Ratings reflect the share of Americans who approve of presidential performance. They respond to policy actions, legislation, and current events.
Analysts caution that polarization limits interpretive value. Partisan divides now make cross-party comparisons more stark.
Filmogaz.com will continue tracking the latest Trump approval ratings and other developments. Expect updated polling and analysis as the 2026 midterms approach.
