poll finds that a majority of Americans disapprove of President Donald Trump’s performance during his second term in office, although he continues to enjoy strong support on immigration policy—a key issue in his administration.
The nationwide survey, conducted between May 30 and June 10 among 19,410 adults, shows that 55% of Americans disapprove of Trump’s overall job performance, while 45% approve. These numbers remain unchanged from the network’s previous poll in April. The poll carries a margin of error of ±2.1 percentage points.
Partisan Divide in Approval Ratings
The poll reveals a sharp partisan split in attitudes toward the president. Among Republicans, 89% approve of Trump’s performance, compared to 8% of Democrats and 35% of Independents. Conversely, 92% of Democrats, 65% of Independents, and even 12% of Republicans say they disapprove of Trump’s handling of the presidency.
Notably, Republican enthusiasm has slightly decreased since April, with fewer identifying themselves as “strong supporters” of the Trump administration. The most significant drop was observed among respondents who align with the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement.
Emotion Gap Between Voters
The survey also explored the emotional intensity of voters’ opinions. Respondents were asked to choose one emotion to describe their reaction to Trump’s administration: thrilled, happy, satisfied, neutral, dissatisfied, angry, or furious.
- 51% of Democrats described themselves as “furious” about the Trump administration.
- Only 23% of Republicans expressed similar anger.
- Meanwhile, Republican enthusiasm has cooled: 25% said they were “thrilled” by Trump’s actions—down from 32% in April.
- Just 1% of Republicans reported feeling “furious” about the administration.
Trump’s Strength on Immigration
Despite overall disapproval, Trump remains ahead on immigration, a central theme of his 2024 re-election campaign. The poll found that 51% of Americans approve of how Trump is handling border security and immigration, compared to 49% who disapprove.
The results come as the president ordered National Guard troops to intervene in protests against immigration enforcement in Los Angeles, despite opposition from California Governor Gavin Newsom. Demonstrations against the administration’s immigration policies have spread to other parts of the country.
During his second term, Trump has pursued mass deportations, targeting migrants from countries such as Colombia, Mexico, and El Salvador—a continuation of the hardline approach that defined his campaign promises.
Economic Sentiment Remains Mixed
When asked about their personal financial situation, Americans reported relatively stagnant progress:
- 45% said their finances are about the same as last year
- 34% said they are worse off
- 21% reported improvements
These figures are nearly identical to NBC’s April poll, suggesting no significant economic shift in public perception over the past few months.
Conclusion
While President Trump retains strong Republican support and leads on the politically charged issue of immigration, broader public approval remains elusive in his second term. With national protests and partisan tensions mounting, the latest polling paints a picture of a divided electorate navigating a turbulent political landscape.
