Recent polling data reveals a marked decline in President Donald Trump's approval ratings, with a Gallup poll conducted from November 3 to November 25 showing an approval rate of 36%, down from 41% in October. This figure approaches Trump's lowest-ever approval rating of 34%, recorded in 2021 following the January 6 Capitol Riot. The decline is evident across party lines, with Republican support dropping to 84%, down from 91%, and independents decreasing to 25%, down from 33%. Meanwhile, Democrats' approval rating for Trump fell to 3%, down from 6% the previous month.

In contrast, a Civiqs poll highlights substantial regional disparities in Trump's approval ratings. His popularity remains notably high in Republican-leaning states such as Wyoming and Idaho, where net approval ratings are +34 percent and +23 percent, respectively. Conversely, in traditionally Democratic states like Hawaii and Vermont, disapproval ratings are significantly negative, reaching -55 percent and -50 percent, respectively. Overall, Trump's net approval stands at 39 percent, with a disapproval rating of 56 percent, suggesting a challenging environment for Republican candidates, particularly in battleground states critical to the 2024 election, such as Michigan and Pennsylvania, where Trump's net approval is -15 percent and -13 percent, respectively.

Polling expert Nate Silver noted that Trump's disapproval rating has increased compared to similar points in his first term, indicating a potentially negative trajectory for his administration. Republican pollster Kristen Soltis Anderson pointed out that while Trump effectively mobilizes his base, he also inadvertently energizes Democratic voters, complicating the electoral landscape for Republicans.

The RealClearPolitics Poll Average shows Trump's approval reached a low of 42.3% on November 14, coinciding with the conclusion of a 43-day government shutdown and increasing scrutiny over Jeffrey Epstein's emails. Currently, the approval rating stands at 42.7%. The New York Times poll aggregator reflects a similar decline, showing Trump's approval at 41%, down from 52% in January.

Simultaneously, Trump's disapproval rating has risen to 60%, up from 54% in October. This decline in approval occurs amid rising concerns over high prices and the Trump administration's ongoing deployment of National Guard troops to U.S. cities. Internationally, the administration is planning increased military operations against drug traffickers in Venezuela and is pressuring Ukraine to accept a peace agreement.

The Gallup poll was completed just before a tragic incident in which two members of the West Virginia National Guard were shot in a targeted ambush while on duty in Washington, D.C., resulting in the death of Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom. Since March, Trump's approval ratings have decreased by 12 points regarding the federal budget and 10 points concerning the situation in Ukraine. His handling of immigration has dropped by 9 points since February, with similar declines noted in the administration's management of the Middle East and the economy.

These polling trends suggest that some voters who previously supported Trump may be reconsidering their allegiance. For instance, Republican voter Gray Holland expressed dissatisfaction with Trump's focus, citing high costs and financial aid to Israel as concerns, emphasizing the need for a focus on domestic issues. Conversely, some supporters continue to express a degree of tolerance for Trump's approach, acknowledging both successes and failures in his presidency, highlighting the complexities of public opinion in the current political landscape.