Widespread Disapproval Ahead of Key Address
A recent Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll indicates that 60% of Americans disapprove of President Donald Trump's job performance. The findings emerge just as the President prepares to deliver his State of the Union address, underscoring a challenging political landscape for his administration. The poll, conducted from February 12-17, 2026, among 2,589 U.S. adults, also shows that 39% of Americans approve of his performance, with a significant 47% expressing strong disapproval.
Key Areas of Public Concern
The survey delves into specific aspects of the President's tenure, revealing broad dissatisfaction across several critical issues. A majority of respondents, 65%, believe President Trump has overreached the authority of his office. Concerns also extend to his personal conduct and transparency, with 62% of Americans suggesting he is using the presidency to enrich himself, and 56% indicating his administration has not been transparent regarding government files from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
Policy-wise, the public expresses considerable disapproval:
- 60% disapprove of his handling of tariffs.
- 62% disapprove of his approach to foreign relations.
- 58% believe he has gone too far in deporting undocumented immigrants.
Furthermore, a substantial 70% of Americans do not consider President Trump to be honest or trustworthy.
Partisan Divide and Historical Context
The poll highlights a stark partisan divide in perceptions of the President's performance. While 85% of Republicans approve of his job performance, 94% of Democrats and 69% of independents disapprove. This 60% disapproval rating is noted as one of the highest levels President Trump has faced during his second term, comparable to the numbers recorded when he left office in 2021.
Conclusion
As President Trump prepares to address the nation, the Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll presents a clear picture of widespread public discontent. The findings suggest that a majority of Americans harbor significant reservations about his leadership, policies, and conduct, setting a critical backdrop for his upcoming State of the Union address.
7 Comments
Comandante
70% say he's not honest or trustworthy. That speaks volumes about his character.
Muchacha
They polled 2,500 people? That's not America. This is a complete joke.
Mariposa
60% disapproval? Sounds about right. His conduct is consistently out of line.
Bermudez
The broad dissatisfaction across issues like tariffs and foreign relations is notable and shows real challenges for his administration. However, the fact that nearly 40% still approve indicates a substantial segment of the population either prioritizes other issues or views his performance differently.
Mariposa
Good. Maybe this will finally wake up his staunchest supporters.
Coccinella
Polls are meaningless. My support for Trump is unwavering, regardless of these 'findings'.
Habibi
Another biased poll from the mainstream media. They always skew the numbers against him.