Recent polling data reveals a notable decline in President Donald Trump's approval ratings, with various surveys indicating that disapproval now exceeds approval among U.S. adults. A poll conducted by The Economist and YouGov from November 21 to November 24 shows Trump's approval at 38 percent and disapproval at 57 percent, marking the lowest approval rating of his second term. This decline is attributed to ongoing public concerns about economic issues and political controversies, including the handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein.

The survey highlights a significant drop in approval among key demographic groups, particularly women and older Americans, which could impact the Republican Party's strategies as the 2026 midterm elections approach. Only 28 percent of respondents approved of Trump's management of the Epstein investigation, while 55 percent disapproved.

In a broader context, a survey by the Conference Board indicates a decline in consumer confidence, with the Consumer Confidence Index for November falling to 88.7, the lowest level in seven months. Economists had expected a higher reading of 93.2. The expectations index also dropped significantly, reflecting growing pessimism about future business conditions and labor market expectations. Only 6 percent of respondents described jobs as "plentiful," a stark decrease from 28.6 percent in October.

Additional polling data from J.L. Partners and Rasmussen Reports corroborates the trend of declining approval ratings for Trump, with disapproval ratings averaging around 55 percent. The White House has not commented on these polling results, although some officials noted that Trump's second-term job approval ratings are reportedly stronger than those of former Presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush at similar points in their presidencies.

These declining approval ratings and consumer confidence levels suggest a challenging political landscape for Trump and the Republican Party, particularly as economic dissatisfaction continues to resonate among voters. The bipartisan support for transparency measures regarding the Epstein files, evidenced by the passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, may also reflect a growing demand for accountability in governance.