Shifting Sentiment Among Trump Voters: Polling Data Reveals Nuances

Recent political analysis suggests a potential shift in sentiment among some voters who previously supported former President Donald Trump. This discussion has been highlighted by cultural commentary, including a recent satirical sketch.

Key Polling Data Unveiled

Pew Research Center Findings

A survey by the Pew Research Center indicated 20% of Republicans and Republican-leaning independents viewed the Trump administration as "worse than expected." Support among these voters for "all" or "most" of Trump's policies also decreased, falling from 67% in February 2025 to 56% in late January.

Fox News Poll Highlights Dissatisfaction

A Fox News Poll reported that 16% of Trump's 2024 voters disapproved of his job performance. The poll further showed that on 10 out of 12 specific policy issues, disapproval ratings among his 2024 voters exceeded 20%, reaching at least 25% on half of these issues.

New York Times-Siena College Poll: Reservations Surface

Data from a New York Times-Siena College Poll indicated 12% of 2024 Trump voters disapproved of his overall job performance. Furthermore, 17% described his first year back in office as "unsuccessful," 16% reported it was "worse than they expected," and 16% expressed a negative emotion when asked about it.

Broader Expressions of Discontent

Surveys indicate a nuanced expression of dissatisfaction. While direct disapproval may be understated, more specific questions reveal underlying reservations.

Washington Post-Ipsos: Regret Among Some

An October Washington Post-Ipsos survey found that 7% of Trump voters expressed regret for their support. This figure was notably higher among non-White Trump voters, rising to 19%.

University of Massachusetts Amherst: Confidence Wanes Slightly

A University of Massachusetts Amherst poll observed a drop in the percentage of Trump voters "very confident" in their 2024 vote, from 74% in April to 69% in August. Approximately 30% of these voters reported various reservations, including "some regrets" (2%), "mixed feelings" (6%), or remaining confident but having "some concerns" (19%).

These findings collectively suggest a degree of disenchantment among segments of Trump's voter base, which may be expressed indirectly or through specific policy evaluations rather than outright disapproval or regret.