More voters identifying as Democrats and not calling themselves Republican
Summary
More American voters now identify as Democrats rather than Republicans, according to recent Gallup data. This shift comes after President Donald Trump’s re-election and reflects growing dissatisfaction with his policies and leadership.Key Facts
- 49% of voters currently lean toward the Democratic Party, while 39% lean Republican.
- This marks a switch from late 2024, when Republicans had a 4-point lead over Democrats.
- Democrats’ advantage is the largest since 2008, when Barack Obama was first elected.
- President Trump’s approval rating dropped from 52% at his 2025 inauguration to 38% now; 58% of voters disapprove of his performance.
- Factors contributing to lower approval include dividing the federal workforce, tariffs that raised prices, increased government spending, and conflict with Iran.
- Democrats aim to use this unpopularity to regain control of the House in the 2026 midterm elections.
- Polls show some optimism for Democrats to improve their Senate standing as well.
- The number of voters identifying as independents has grown to 45%, while those calling themselves Democrats or Republicans has dropped to 27%.
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