Peter Smith
● Twitter user Spencer Hakimian recently flagged Trump's sinking approval numbers, calling the trend "a straight line down." The latest polls show 41.3% approval versus 55.8% disapproval—a -15 point gap that's among the worst this year.
● Polling charts reveal a steady slide since early 2025. Approval has fallen from around 47%, while disapproval climbed from under 50%, showing consistent erosion throughout the year.
● The core issue? Economic pain. Hakimian pointed to persistent inflation and a weakening economy as the main culprits behind public frustration. High prices and stagnant wages have shaken confidence in the administration's economic handling.
● This sentiment shift could ripple through markets and policy as 2026 approaches. Falling approval may limit fiscal flexibility, especially if short-term populist moves overshadow budget discipline. Investors are already factoring in political uncertainty around taxes and trade.
● Trump's struggle mirrors past presidents facing inflation—caught between immediate relief and long-term stability. The decline also reflects broader political polarization, with economic discontent hitting Republican and independent voters alike.
● With midterms less than a year out, analysts say this -15% gap could shape both market sentiment and electoral dynamics heading into 2026.
Peter Smith
