articleThe Brief Only 40% of Americans favor the job performance of President Donald Trump, according to a new Gallup poll. Trump also earned a low approval rating for his handling of education with less than 40% of support from Americans. President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped from the higher levels it held during his first several months during his second stint in the White House. Less than 40% of Americans approve of Trump’s handling of the economyBy the numbers:President Donald Trump’s current 37% approval rating on the economy is 15 points below his average of 52% on that issue from 2017 to 2020, according to Gallup. Gallup noted that Trump’s rating on education is similar to three Gallup readings taken during his first term in office, when they ranged from 35% to 44%.

Source: The Times August 28, 2025 10:41 UTC