President Trump's approval rating has fallen to a record low of his second term, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll, tying his weakest-ever approval figure as president. The drop comes ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, a critical test for the Republican Party's ability to retain control of Congress, and adds to a run of difficult political headlines including primary upsets and internal party scandals affecting both sides.

The poll found just 33% of respondents approve of Trump's performance in office. The figures were released alongside wider discussion of the political landscape heading into the midterms, including debate over the fallout from conflict involving Iran, its effect on petrol prices, and how these issues could shape voter sentiment. The article was accompanied by extensive coverage of unrelated primary contests and party infighting, though the poll figures themselves formed the central news point.