‘Revolt is Swelling’: Poll Reveals Trump Approval Rating

Trump at the Gastonia Municipal Airport

Vice President J.D. Vance recently defended the Trump administration’s performance during its first 100 days amid low approval ratings. He stated that while Americans support the administration's border security measures, they disapprove of its economic policies and overall direction. Vance has remained focused on effective governance, believing that positive results will improve public perception over time.

JD Vance at the vice presidential debate

Regarding President Donald Trump, Guardian analyst David Smith recently wrote, "After a hundred days ... a majority of Americans regard him as both a failure and a would-be dictator. From the courts to the streets, from law offices to college campuses, revolt is swelling. Republicans are eyeing next year’s midterm elections with nervousness."

J.D. Vance at the Republican National Convention

Vance also expressed skepticism about modern polling practices. He pointed out that many Americans do not respond to polls, which skews results. He referenced inaccurate polling regarding former Vice President Kamala Harris' popularity prior to the 2024 election.

J.D. Vance addresses members of the media

Vance said, "In the modern era, 2025, opinion pollsters just don’t know how to capture most Americans. They don’t answer the phones. If they do answer the phone, they hang up immediately."

JD Vance speaking in the Spin Room

Vance added, "I think that, again, you do a good job, you worry about the polls later. The politics will take care of itself. I mean, for the reasons I just said, I really am skeptical of these polls, Brett."

J.D. Vance at the Shelby Township Police Department

Vance acknowledged that current polling numbers are concerning but emphasized the importance of delivering results rather than dwelling on public opinion. He voiced confidence that if the administration performs effectively, public perception will shift positively.

J.D. Vance at Penn State

Vance said, "Even if they were accurate, because if we do a good job, if people see the results, then in three years, people will be talking about what a great job Donald J. Trump and J.D. Vance did. That’s all I really care about."

J.D. Vance and Donald Trump

Trump has criticized recent polling, expressing frustration with news organizations he believes lack credibility. According to a Decision Desk HQ survey, 44 percent of registered voters approve of Trump's performance, while 56 percent disapprove.

J.D. Vance and Trump arrive to the inauguration ceremonies

Trump wrote, "They are Negative Criminals who apologize to their subscribers and readers after I WIN ELECTIONS BIG, much bigger than their polls show I would win, lose a lot of credibility, and then go on cheating and lying for the next cycle, only worse."

John Baker covers U.S. politics & news for content partner Modern Newsstand LLC.