Trump's Approval Rating With Women Rises

Shift could impact 2026 midterm elections as women remain pivotal voting bloc

Apr. 7, 2026 at 9:21pm

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A dimly lit, cinematic painting of a lone government building or political figure, with warm sunlight casting dramatic shadows across the scene, conceptually representing the shifting political dynamics ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.As Trump's approval among women rises, the shifting political landscape could reshape battleground races and Republican strategy heading into the 2026 midterms.Syracuse Today

A new poll from The Economist and YouGov shows President Donald Trump's approval rating among women has grown to 35% over the last two months, up from 30% in a previous survey. The increase comes as Trump faces headwinds with other key demographics like men and independent voters, potentially complicating Republican strategy heading into the 2026 midterm elections.

Why it matters

Women represent a pivotal voting bloc for Trump's party in the 2026 midterms, and shifts in his approval among them could influence battleground races and overall Republican strategy. However, the president remains significantly underwater nationally, with recent surveys showing record or near-record lows within key demographics like men and independent voters.

The details

According to the latest poll, Trump's approval rating with women is now 35%, with a disapproval mark of 57%. His overall approval rating is 38% versus 55% disapproval. The poll was conducted from April 3-6 among 1,750 U.S. adults and has a margin of error of 3.2%.

  • The last time Trump's approval rating with women was 35% or higher was in a poll from January 23-26, when it was also 35% with a 60% disapproval score.
  • In a poll taken last week, Trump's approval rating with women was 30%.

The players

Donald Trump

The 45th President of the United States.

Grant Davis Reeher

Professor of political science at Syracuse University.

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What they’re saying

“The relative bump up for women is interesting. It might have something to do with the distractions away from Epstein, the fact that Democrats were starting to get viewed more negatively on the shut-down and on the lack of funding for DHS [Department of Homeland Security], and the president's actions on Iran, which has a dismal record on women's rights.”

— Grant Davis Reeher, Professor of political science

“A very happy and blessed Good Friday to all, especially to the 186,000 Americans who gained Private Sector jobs in the month of March alone! My Economic Policies have created an enormously powerful engine of Economic Growth, and nothing can slow it down. Factory Construction Jobs are soaring as a result of the rapid Onshoring and surging Investment that TARIFFS have generated, all while the Trade Deficit has shrunk by 52% in a year!”

— Donald Trump

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