Trump’s Disapproval Reaches Record Peak, Signaling Deep Political Divides
WASHINGTON D.C. – New analysis from the polling website Silver Bulletin indicates that President Donald Trump’s disapproval ratings have climbed to an unprecedented high. This surge in negative sentiment comes despite an apparent stabilization in his overall average approval after months of decline, underscoring the deeply polarized nature of his presidency.
Key Polling Insights
As of February 9, 2026, Silver Bulletin reports Trump’s net approval rating at a low of -13.7 points. Crucially, the proportion of respondents who “strongly disapprove” of the President has exceeded 46% for the first time. This new peak in intense opposition highlights persistent political challenges facing the White House and the Republican Party during what is considered a pivotal year. Eli McCown-Dawson, a senior elections analyst at Silver Bulletin, noted a slight improvement in the net approval from the previous week’s -14.6, attributed primarily to a few polls that were comparatively more favorable to the President. However, the analyst emphasized that the rising “strongly disapprove” figure represents a new high in intense opposition within Silver Bulletin’s tracking.
Broader Landscape of Discontent
Trump’s current net approval of -13.7 is notably lower than that of former President Joe Biden, who stood at -12.2 at a similar point in his own presidency. Broader polling averages further underscore the depth of public dissatisfaction. An aggregate poll by CNN, updated to February 5, 2026, shows Trump’s approval at 39% against a 59% disapproval, resulting in a stark net score of -20. Even the traditionally more conservative Rasmussen daily tracker registers his approval at 42% and disapproval at 57%, leading to a net -15. These figures demonstrate the consistent negative sentiment across various polling methodologies and demographic groups.
Expert Analysis and Future Outlook
While the overall average approval has shown some stability, analysts suggest this might mask a fragile political situation. Silver Bulletin warns that Trump’s approval could see further declines as future polls begin to reflect the impact of major national events. The consistent record-high disapproval ratings signal ongoing political hurdles, indicating a significant and sustained challenge for the President and his party as they navigate the current political landscape.
