A new poll shows President Donald Trump facing the worst approval numbers of his presidency, and CNN data analyst Harry Enten says the drop is tied directly to the economy. The numbers reflect growing frustration as many Americans say they are feeling financial strain despite optimistic messages from the White House.
Enten shared the results during a CNN broadcast on Thursday. “Donald Trump is doing absolutely awful in the minds of the American people,” he said. He added that the latest poll shows a major shift in public opinion. “We’re talking about new lows. He’s set new lows for himself.”
Record breaking decline in support
According to Enten, the president recorded a net approval of minus 13 points in a CNBC survey and minus 19 points in a Quinnipiac poll. He said these results mark Trump’s lowest measured approval rating in either of his terms. Reuters also reported falling support in recent tracking surveys as concerns about prices and wages grow Reuters.
Enten also noted that Trump’s numbers look even weaker when compared to past presidents. Polling experts say no U.S. president since the late 1970s has reached numbers this low at the same point in office.
Economic pressure driving voter frustration
The White House has continued to say the economy is strong, pointing to growth, job numbers, and global trade agreements. However many voters say they are not experiencing that progress in their daily lives. A recent report from the U.S. Labor Department showed prices for essential goods rising faster than wages in multiple regions Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Even inside Trump’s administration, there are signs of uncertainty. The Daily Beast reported that Stephen Miran, a Trump nominee for the Federal Reserve board, acknowledged that “uncertainty over policy” has caused companies to delay hiring and investment decisions during trade negotiations.
Public reaction and political stakes
Enten said the numbers are more than a statistical low point. “This is the lowest for any president ever at this point in either a presidency or for a second term.” The White House has not responded to the polling data, though the Mirror U.S. reported that a request for comment has been sent.
The falling approval rating could become a key factor heading into future policy debates and elections. Analysts say economic confidence often plays a major role in voter turnout and public trust.
For now, one message seems clear from the polling. Many Americans say they feel squeezed by rising costs and unclear financial direction. Whether those views shift will depend on how the economy performs in the months ahead and how the administration responds to growing public concern.