As of January 2026, CBS News/YouGov polls indicate that President Donald Trump's overall approval rating is near its lowest point of his second term. While his support among Republicans has reached a recent high, his standing with the general public has trended downward throughout his first year back in office.
Recent CBS News/YouGov Polling Data (January 2026)
Overall Approval:41% approve, while 59% disapprove. This matches the previous low measured in late November 2025.
Republican Support:90% of Republicans approve, which is a three-month high for this specific group.
Issue-Specific Ratings:
Immigration: 42% approval.
The Economy: 39% approval.
Inflation: 35% approval.
Context and Comparison
Year-to-Date Trend: Trump began his second term in January 2025 with an initial high of approximately 53% approval in CBS polling. By the end of 2025 and into 2026, his numbers stabilized in the low 40s.
Historical Standing: His average approval rating for the first year of his second term (roughly 41%) is cited as the lowest of any president after their first year since 1977.
Key Drivers: Low ratings are largely attributed to public dissatisfaction with his handling of inflation and the economy, with 74% of Americans stating he is not focused enough on lowering prices.