Trump’s approval rating has dropped to a new low | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentNext articleIndependent Bulletin homepageSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleGraig GraziosiThursday 31 July 2025 07:01 BSTTrump hits ‘too late’ Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve keeps interest rates steadyDonald Trump's approval rating has fallen to 40 per cent, marking the lowest point of his second presidential term, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll.The poll indicates a sharp national divide, with 83 per cent of Republicans approving, but only three per cent of Democrats and a third of independents supporting his performance.While approval for his handling of the economy and immigration policies saw slight increases, his overall rating has dropped by approximately 12 points since January.Trump's approval among men has significantly declined, with a CBS/YouGov poll showing 47 per cent approval compared to 54 per cent before his second electoral victory.The dip in ratings comes as some of his core supporters question his administration's handling of the 'Epstein files', despite earlier promises of transparency.In fullTrump’s approval rating sinks to 40%, the lowest of his term, new poll findsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in