President Donald Trump 's second-term approval rating has dipped to a new low, a poll from The Economist and YouGov shows on Tuesday.

Newsweek reached out to political analysts via email for comment.

Why It Matters

The overall drop in approval, driven in part by declines among independents, Hispanics and weak marks on key issues like the economy and immigration, could constrain the administration politically and shape the dynamics of the 2026 midterm elections.

Pollsters and analysts say the trend underscores persistent polarization and voter unease outside the president's core Republican base.

Polls of job approval are routinely used by political strategists to assess the public's appetite for change and can affect fundraising, candidate recruitment and messaging heading into

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