Trump issues scathing statement after shock approval ratings revealed what Americans really think of him! – Story Of The Day!

One of the most cited surveys comes from a January study conducted by the Associated Press in partnership with the NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. Conducted through January 8, 2026, the poll found that 59 percent of U.S. adults disapprove of the way Trump is handling his job as president, while 40 percent approve. Beyond overall approval, the survey examined attitudes toward specific policy areas that the administration frequently highlights.

On the economy, a central pillar of Trump’s messaging, the results were particularly stark. Only 37 percent of respondents said they approve of his economic performance, compared with 62 percent who expressed disapproval. Immigration, another signature issue, produced nearly identical numbers, with 38 percent approving and 61 percent disapproving. Views on foreign policy and trade negotiations followed the same pattern, each registering 37 percent approval against 61 percent disapproval.

The AP-NORC researchers emphasized that all surveys carry margins of error and that opinions can vary significantly across demographic groups. Still, the broader trend appears difficult to dismiss, especially as similar conclusions have emerged from polling organizations with differing political reputations. A survey conducted by The New York Times in partnership with Siena University placed Trump’s approval rating at roughly 40 percent, with a majority of respondents dissatisfied with both the economy and the overall direction of the country.