Trump’s Approval Slips as Republican Support Shows Signs of Strain, Poll Finds
Public confidence in President Donald Trump is continuing to decline, with new polling showing early signs of frustration emerging within the Republican base as economic concerns and immigration controversies persist.
A Pew Research Center survey released Jan. 29 places Trump’s overall approval rating at about 37%, down from the fall. Support for his policy agenda has also weakened, with just 27% of U.S. adults saying they back his plans — a sharp drop from early in his second term.
By a two-to-one margin, respondents said the administration’s actions have made conditions worse rather than better, according to the survey.
While Democrats remain largely opposed to Trump, researchers say the more politically significant shift is coming from Republicans. In early 2025, roughly two-thirds of GOP voters supported most or all of Trump’s ideas. That figure has since fallen to about 56%.
The decline comes as Trump travels nationwide promoting his economic record and promising a turnaround on affordability. During a Cabinet meeting on Jan. 29, the president said his administration is working to lower interest rates and make homeownership more accessible, pointing to recent actions aimed at easing housing pressure.
Despite those efforts, Trump’s approval among Republicans has slipped to around 73%, down from recent months. The cooling support appears to be influencing dynamics in Congress, where some GOP lawmakers have increasingly challenged the president on high-profile issues.
The Pew survey also shows a growing divide over party loyalty. While 38% of Republicans say lawmakers should support Trump’s agenda, a larger 61% say they should oppose him when they disagree — an increase from last year.
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, the findings suggest Trump faces a key test not just with undecided voters, but within his own party.
