Donald Trump's popularity as of early 2025 shows a mixed but somewhat stabilized picture. His approval ratings generally hover around the low to mid-40% range, with disapproval ratings in the low to mid-50% range, resulting in a net approval rating slightly negative but improved compared to some recent lows.
- According to The Economist and YouGov polling, Trump's net favorability has increased since his 2024 election victory, reaching close to positive territory for the first time in his political career, though this is uneven across demographics, with stronger support among white men and lower favorability among college-educated voters
- Nate Silver's Silver Bulletin average places Trump's approval at about 44.4% and disapproval at 51.6%, a net approval of -7.2, which is better than his recent low of -9.7 earlier in 2025
- Forbes reports recent polls showing approval ratings of 41% to 46%, indicating some recovery after a dip following his controversial tariff announcements in April 2025. His average approval in his second term is about 44%, higher than the 41% during his first term but still lower than most post-WWII presidents
- Pew Research data from April 2025 shows Trump's approval at 40%, down 7 points since February, with significant public disapproval of his tariff policies (59% disapprove) and federal budget cuts (55% disapprove)
- YouGov ranks Trump as the 3rd most popular Republican and the 10th most popular politician overall, reflecting his prominent but polarizing status
In summary, Donald Trump remains a highly influential and polarizing figure with a solid base of support but also substantial opposition. His approval ratings are somewhat higher than in his first term but still reflect significant public disapproval, especially regarding key policy issues like tariffs and government spending. His popularity is characterized by strong partisan and demographic divides.
