# Trump Approval Rating Hits New Low Before Midterms

> Trump's approval rating drops to 36% as voters disapprove of his economic and foreign policy handling two weeks before midterms.
- Title: Trump Approval Rating Hits New Low Before Midterms | Shortify
- Summary: Trump's approval rating drops to 36% as voters disapprove of his economic and foreign policy handling two weeks before midterms. Trump's approval rating…
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- Source: The Boston Globe — https://bostonglobe.com/2026/10/21/nation/trump-approval-rating-midterms
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## Trump Approval Rating Drops
President Donald Trump's approval rating hit a new low of 36% among likely voters two weeks before midterms.
## Broad Disapproval of Handling
59% of likely voters disapprove of Trump's handling of the economy, Iran war, and high gas prices.
## Lowest Approval in Times/Siena Poll
This is Trump's lowest approval rating recorded in any Times/Siena poll.
## Independent Voters Disapprove
More than two-thirds of independent voters disapprove of Trump's job performance as president.
## Democrats Gain Momentum
Likely voters prefer Democratic candidates over Republicans by 11 percentage points in congressional districts.
## Economic Frustration
Three-quarters of voters rate economic conditions under Trump as fair or poor, with 69% disapproving of his cost of living handling.
## Iran War and Gas Prices
65% disapprove of Trump's handling of the Iran war, and nearly three-quarters disapprove of gas prices above $4 a gallon.
## Democrat Support Grows
Democrats have improved standing among men, young voters, and Hispanic voters, winning back some voters who helped Trump win in 2024.
## Key takeaway

Trump's approval rating falls to 36% among likely voters, with 59% disapproving of his handling of the economy, Iran war, and gas prices ahead of midterms.