Trump’s Second Term: Approval Ratings Reveal a Nation at Odds
Eight months into Donald Trump’s unprecedented second term, the political forecast remains stormy—and the winds are shifting.
Fresh polling data paints a dramatic portrait of a presidency that refuses to fade into normalcy. With fiery executive actions, polarizing policies, and rhetoric that rarely takes a breath, Trump continues to grip the American psyche—beloved in some corners, bitterly opposed in others.
Approval Ratings Tell a Tale of Two Americas
According to a recent national survey of 2,201 registered voters, Trump’s approval rating sits at 45%, with 52% disapproving of his performance. The divide isn’t just partisan—it’s geographic, cultural, and increasingly personal.
A rolling three-month analysis from Morning Consult reveals a razor-thin margin:
🔹 25 states now give Trump net-positive marks
🔹 24 rate him negatively
A once-familiar red-and-blue map now resembles a shifting tide—loyalty ebbing in some longtime Trump strongholds, while unexpected support bubbles up in unlikely places.
Where Trump Still Holds Ground
Deep-red states remain steadfast.
🔴 Wyoming leads Trump’s approval with a commanding 62%, followed closely by Idaho, West Virginia, and South Dakota at 60%.
Other reliable bastions include:
Alabama
Arkansas
Oklahoma
North Dakota
Tennessee
Surprisingly, Georgia, a notorious swing state, currently leans net-positive for Trump—marking it as a battleground to watch as the 2026 midterms loom.
Where the Ground Is Slipping
But not all familiar territory remains loyal.
🔵 North Carolina and Nevada, once Trump-friendly, have shifted into negative territory.
The harshest disapproval ratings come from:
Vermont (-36)
Maryland (-28)
Massachusetts (-27)
Rhode Island (-23)
Hawaii (-21)
Major population centers also show strong resistance:
California (-20)
New York (-15)
New Jersey (-12)
These numbers suggest that while Trump’s base holds, the coalition that powered his return to office may be fraying at the edges.
Power by Pen: Executive Orders and Explosive Headlines
Trump’s return has not been quiet.
Since January, he has signed a staggering 202 executive orders, including:
Renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.”
Banning transgender athletes from women’s sports.
Launching a Task Force for America 250, ahead of the country’s semiquincentennial in 2026.
Pushing the ominously titled “One Big Beautiful Bill.”
Soliciting direct donations from his MAGA base via official White House channels.
Threatening NATO allies over Russian oil purchases, calling them “a waste of U.S. resources.”
Meanwhile, his unpredictable tariffs and stepped-up immigration enforcement have sparked outrage—none more visible than in Los Angeles, where mass protests broke out in opposition to newly announced deportation policies.
Conclusion: An Unfinished Battle for America’s Soul
Trump’s second-term approval ratings offer more than numbers—they reflect a nation at war with itself.
The president’s base remains energized, but key swing states are wobbling. His critics grow louder, his allies more defiant. As the White House continues to churn out executive actions and dominate media cycles, one thing is clear: Trump still defines the American political landscape, for better or worse.
With midterms on the horizon and national discourse more fractured than ever, Trump’s hold on power is no longer just about governance—it’s about the soul of the nation. And the battle for it is far from over.