Trump’s approval rating has remained in the low-to-mid 30s in recent polling averages, with net approval near -22 as of mid-October 2026. Persistent weakness on the economy and inflation—where net ratings sit at historic lows near -30 and -48—continues to weigh on sentiment, as voters cite rising living costs and weak job growth. The ongoing conflict with Iran has added pressure through higher energy prices and limited public support for U.S. strikes, with approval on foreign policy handling also underwater. Declines in support among independents and even some Republican voters have compounded the trend ahead of the November midterms. With only days until the October 16 measurement, short-term stability is the baseline absent major new developments in economic data or diplomatic signals.