Politics
NEW: Top-Rated Pollster Smacks Down Media’s Trump Narrative
For months, legacy media outlets have insisted President Donald Trump is losing ground with the American public. They’ve pointed to legal drama, partisan outrage, and selective polling to paint a picture of decline. But a new top-rated national poll from Quantus Insights just dismantled that storyline — and the numbers don’t lie.
According to the May 5-7 survey of 1,000 registered voters, Trump’s job approval stands at 48%. His disapproval also stands at 48%, representing a statistical tie — and a direct rebuttal to media narratives claiming the president is underwater. Even more telling: his disapproval dropped 2 points since late April.
The poll, conducted by Quantus Insights — a highly regarded pollster rated among the most accurate in the 2024 election cycle — also lays bare the deep national divide. With the 2026 midterms approaching, it’s clear: America isn’t shifting away from Trump. It’s digging in.
The data reveals a nearly perfect mirror: half the country approves of Trump, half does not. But the partisan intensity behind those numbers matters even more. Among Republicans, Trump boasts a staggering 92% approval. Just 5% disapprove. Among Democrats, it’s a near inversion, with approval barely cracking 10%.
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Independents, often the decisive swing vote, remain wary. Only 41% approve of Trump’s performance, while 53% disapprove — a gap that will be pivotal in determining GOP strategy heading into 2026.
The most striking element of this poll isn’t just the numbers — it’s the trend. Trump’s disapproval peaked at 50% in April, according to the same pollster. But it has since dropped to 48%, while his approval has held steady. That shift throws cold water on recent claims by MSNBC, CNN, and others that the president is losing public support.
And there’s more. Trump’s strongest subject remains immigration, with 53% of voters approving of his handling on the issue. On trade and tariffs — a signature policy — opinions are more mixed: 51% say it defines his presidency, but an equal number rate his performance there negatively.
The Quantus poll also surveyed the generic congressional ballot for 2026, revealing a dead heat. Democrats and Republicans are tied at 45%. If that holds, control of Congress could hinge on just a handful of districts.
Demographics reveal the usual splits: Republicans dominate among non-college-educated voters, white working-class Americans, and men. Democrats lead with women, minorities, and college grads.
President Trump’s second term has been defined by a rapid series of executive actions and bold policy shifts. Since returning to office, Trump has signed over 140 executive orders, a pace that surpasses his first term.
On the economic front, Trump has revived his agenda with aggressive new tariffs, including “Liberation Day” tariffs—a 10% baseline tax on all imports. In terms of tax policy, Trump has proposed increasing the top income tax rate on the ultra-wealthy and eliminating the carried interest loophole used by hedge fund managers, in a populist pivot meant to undercut Democratic messaging.
For all the talk of Trump fatigue, the numbers show remarkable consistency. Despite a barrage of indictments, attacks, and smear campaigns, Trump’s support remains stable. And in some areas, it’s ticking upward.
