Event Brief
Oct 12, 2026 at 6:20 PM ET
Trump Approval at 42% in Latest National Survey
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
A Morning Consult national survey puts President Donald Trump's approval at 42% and disapproval at 56%, a 14-point negative margin. His standing among independent voters is 40 points underwater, while likely voters favor Democrats over Republicans 50% to 43% on the generic congressional ballot ahead of the 2026 midterms.
WHO: President Donald Trump and Morning Consult
WHAT: Morning Consult's latest national survey found Trump's approval at 42%, with 56% disapproving.
WHEN: Reported Oct 12, 2026 at 4:18 PM ET
WHERE: FL
WHY: Reason not reported.
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