Recent polling data from YouGov indicates a significant 13-point drop in former President Donald Trump's approval rating among men between February and July 2025. The shift reflects a notable change in sentiment within a key demographic for the former president.
According to a tweet from "Polling USA," citing YouGov data, Trump's approval among men stood at 60% on February 7, 2025, with 40% disapproving. However, by July 18, 2025, those figures had reversed, showing 47% approval and 53% disapproval. This represents a substantial decline in male support over a five-month period.
The decrease in approval among men aligns with broader trends observed in YouGov/Economist polls during Trump's second term. Reports from Newsweek and Forbes in mid-2025 highlighted a general decline in his overall approval ratings, with various factors contributing to the shift in public opinion. These include controversies surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein files, the implementation of new tariffs, and public dissatisfaction with certain policy decisions.
For instance, Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs, introduced on April 2, 2025, were noted by Newsweek as a contributing factor to his slipping approval among men, with his rating falling from 55% in late March to 45% by mid-April in some YouGov polls. The policy move reportedly rattled markets and public sentiment did not rebound quickly.
Sociological studies cited by Mezha.net also suggest that while Trump has historically been predominantly supported by white men, dissatisfaction has been growing even in states that supported him in the 2024 election. This indicates a potential softening of support within his core base. The YouGov polling methodology, which emphasizes online surveys and statistical weighting to match demographic profiles, aims to provide representative results.
The consistent decline in approval ratings, particularly among men, could have implications for Trump's political influence and the Republican Party's prospects in future elections, including the 2026 midterms. While some polls showed slight rebounds in overall approval, the trend among men specifically points to a challenging period for the former president.