President Trump's latest approval ratings could serve as an indicator of which way the midterm elections are headed.
A new Morning Consult poll found that 56 percent of voters disapprove of the President's performance, compared with just 41 percent who approve.
That leaves Trump with a net approval rating of -15 points, his weakest standing since returning to the White House and ever in his two terms.
Almost half of all voters, 46 percent, said they strongly disapprove of Trump, more than double the 22 percent who said they strongly approve.
The intensity gap between those strongly opposed to the president and those firmly behind him has now reached 25 points, the largest of his second term.
Democrats are leading Republicans 50 percent to 43 percent among likely voters on the generic congressional ballot, giving them a seven-point advantage, according to the Morning Consult survey.
Republicans are also showing signs of growing dissatisfaction with their own party.
Just 68 percent of Republican voters believe their party is headed in the right direction, down from 73 percent four weeks earlier and 82 percent in the opening months of 2025.
A new Morning Consult poll found that 56 percent of voters disapprove of President Trump's performance, compared with just 41 percent who approve
On lowering prices, the gap is even wider, with 72 percent saying it should be a top priority compared with 49 percent who believe Washington is pursuing it
Just 68 percent of Republican voters believe their party is headed in the right direction, down from 73 percent four weeks earlier and 82 percent in the opening months of 2025
Meanwhile, the share of Republicans who believe their party is on the wrong track has nearly doubled, climbing from 12 percent to 23 percent.
The administration is also struggling to convince voters it is addressing their biggest financial concerns.
Only 39 percent believe housing costs are a top priority for the administration, despite 59 percent saying the issue should receive greater attention.
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On lowering prices, the gap is even wider, with 72 percent saying it should be a top priority compared with 49 percent who believe Washington is pursuing it.
Democrats also lead Republicans on trust across all four issues examined, including healthcare, housing and energy.
The growing concerns about Trump's standing are also spilling into the Republican Party, with lawmakers privately questioning whether the president is becoming a liability for candidates fighting to hold onto their seats.
In an October 30 POLITICO article, the outlet spoke with 15 Republican lawmakers about Trump's political future, with several warning that a major Republican defeat could weaken his grip on the party.
One Republican House member suggested Trump could face blame from within his own party if Republicans lose control of one or both chambers of Congress.
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Another Republican senator warned that Trump's political influence was not necessarily growing, saying: 'Political capital is earned and lost the same way.'
Some lawmakers suggested a significant defeat could force Trump to seek support from Republicans rather than dictate the party's direction through social media posts and private calls.
Others, however, defended the President and argued he would remain an influential figure in the GOP regardless of the election results.
The private criticism comes as vulnerable Republicans face difficult races and some candidates have sought to distance themselves from the White House on issues including the war with Iran and its impact on household costs.
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