President Donald Trump's disapproval rating has reached a new record high of 62 percent [1], [2].
This shift in public sentiment reflects growing instability in the administration's domestic and foreign policy. The record disapproval suggests a narrowing window of political capital as the president navigates significant national crises.
The data comes from a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll released on May 3, 2026 [1], [2]. The survey indicates that the 62 percent disapproval rating is the highest level recorded during his presidency [1], [2].
Public dissatisfaction is tied to two primary drivers. According to reporting, voters are reacting to ongoing economic problems and the administration's war against Iran [3]. These factors have contributed to a decline in confidence across a broad spectrum of the U.S. population.
The poll was conducted as a national survey to gauge the current mood of the American electorate [2], [4]. While the administration has previously faced fluctuations in popularity, the current peak represents a new low in public approval.
Analysts said that the intersection of economic hardship and active military conflict often accelerates disapproval ratings. The current trajectory suggests that the public is increasingly critical of the administration's handling of these overlapping crises [3].
“Trump's disapproval rating has reached a new record high of 62 percent.”
The surge in disapproval to 62% indicates a critical vulnerability for the administration. When a president's disapproval reaches record heights during a wartime footing and economic instability, it typically limits their ability to pass legislation or maintain party unity. This trend suggests that the administration's strategies in Iran and its economic policies are failing to resonate with or satisfy a majority of the U.S. electorate.
