Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Shifts in the Midwest
Summary
President Donald Trump’s approval rating in the Midwest dropped by five points over one month, with his regional net approval falling from -9 to -14, according to Emerson College polling. Nationally, his disapproval rating reached a new high during his second term, as some Republican Senate candidates face voter concerns over fuel costs, the Iran war, and beef-import policies.Key Facts
- Trump’s Midwest approval rating decreased from 43% in August to 42% in September, while disapproval rose from 52% to 56%.
- This change widened Trump’s net approval (approval minus disapproval) in the Midwest from -9 to -14.
- Nationally, Trump’s approval was 39% with 58% disapproval in September, the highest disapproval of his second term.
- Emerson College polling surveyed 1,000 likely voters with a margin of error of ±3%, conducted August 16-17 and September 21-22.
- Key voter issues include the Iran conflict, jobs, and tariff policies, influencing voter decisions in Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, and Ohio.
- Iowa Republican Ashley Hinson, endorsed by Trump, opposes increased beef imports and wants an end to the Iran war.
- The beef-import policy is a concern in cattle-producing states like Iowa, where farmers worry that more imports lower their income.
- The midwestern states involved are politically important, as Trump won Iowa, Kansas, and Ohio, with Michigan being closely contested.
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