Trump asserts strong approval in social media post as polls show low ratings

President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social on Monday, asserting that his "real polling numbers" are the highest they have ever been, citing recent tax cuts and employment figures. He criticized media outlets, describing their poll reports as "fake" and labeling them as "crooked and corrupt."

The president did not provide any data or links to support his claim. In contrast, recent surveys from established polling firms show a markedly lower approval rating. An AP-NORC poll released at the end of July found that only about 33% of American adults approve of Trump's performance, with 66% disapproving. Similar results were reported by Quinnipiac, which recorded a 32% approval rating, and a Fox News poll that placed his approval at 39%.

Analysts note that the ongoing conflict with Iran has contributed to the decline in support, with the AP-NORC poll indicating that only 20% of respondents favor continued U.S. involvement. Additional polling shows a drop in approval among Republican voters, with a CNN poll reporting a decline of about 10 points over the past year.

Trump has repeatedly accused media outlets of fabricating poll results, a claim that has not been substantiated by evidence. The disparity between his statements and the data from multiple independent surveys highlights a continuing gap between the president’s public assertions and measured public opinion.