Trump approval hits 33% as Democrats gain edge ahead of US midterms
What Happened
A new ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll puts US President Trump’s job approval at 33%, with 66% disapproving. Among likely voters, Democratic congressional candidates lead Republicans 52% to 44% ahead of the November 3 midterm elections. A separate NBC News Decision Desk poll released October 18 also paints a difficult picture for Republicans. It puts Trump at 34% approval among US adults, while registered voters prefer Democratic control of Congress by 55% to 45%.
Key Takeaways
The 33% figure is from a specific poll, not an overall polling average. Still, multiple recent surveys show Republicans facing significant headwinds as the November 3 midterms approach.