President Donald Trump’s approval rating among women drops to 34% in latest poll, marking a historic low and raising concerns for Republican prospects in 2026 midterms.
Trump’s Approval Rating Among Women Plummets to 34% as Economic Policies Draw Criticism
President Donald Trump’s approval rating among women has fallen to a historic low of 34%, according to a new poll released Tuesday by The Economist and YouGov, signaling growing discontent with his second-term policies and leadership.
The poll, conducted from July 4-7 among 1,528 U.S. adult citizens with a 4% margin of error, reveals a significant gender gap in presidential approval, with Trump maintaining a 50% approval rating among men.
Historic Decline Raises Alarm for Republicans
This marks the first time Trump’s approval rating among women has dipped below 35% since his inauguration on January 20, representing a four-point drop from the previous week’s 38% rating. The decline comes amid mounting criticism of Trump’s economic policies, particularly his stance on tariffs and trade agreements that have affected consumer prices and international relations.
“Women have historically served as a crucial swing vote in American elections,” said political analyst Dr. Sarah Mitchell. “This significant drop in support could have far-reaching implications for the Republican Party’s electoral strategy moving forward.”
Economic Policies Under Scrutiny
The decline in women’s approval appears linked to growing dissatisfaction with Trump’s economic approach. Recent months have seen increased criticism over tariff policies that have contributed to rising costs for household goods and concerns about potential trade wars with key allies.
Trump, who has consistently highlighted positive approval ratings throughout his political career, now faces mounting challenges as his administration navigates complex economic and foreign policy issues.
Implications for 2026 Midterms
The gender gap in approval ratings could pose significant challenges for Republican candidates in the 2026 midterm elections. Women voters have increasingly influenced congressional races, and the president’s declining support among this demographic may impact down-ballot Republican candidates.
Political strategist James Rodriguez noted: “Presidential approval ratings often serve as a bellwether for congressional races. If women continue to move away from the president, it could create a ripple effect throughout the Republican ticket.”
Historical Context
Prior to this poll, Trump’s lowest approval rating among women was 35%, recorded in surveys conducted June 20-23 and April 13-15. The consistent decline from his initial post-inauguration approval levels suggests a growing trend of dissatisfaction among female voters.
White House Response Pending
Newsweek reached out to the White House for additional comment on the polling data, but no official response had been received at the time of publication.
Polling Methodology
- Survey period: July 4-7, 2024
- Sample size: 1,528 U.S. adult citizens
- Margin of error: 4%
- Previous poll (June 27-30): 1,648 adults, 3.3% margin of error
Newsweek