Fewer People Like President Trump

May 15, 2026, 18:00
USPolitics
A2

Fewer People Like President Trump

Introduction

New reports show that many people do not like President Trump. They do not like his plans for money and health.

Main Body

Many people think the economy is bad. Only 30 percent of people like his work with money. Most people also do not like his health plans. Young people and Hispanic voters are unhappy. Many young people stopped supporting him. Many Hispanic voters also stopped supporting him. People in seven important states do not like the president. This is bad for the next elections. Many people are also worried about the war with Iran.

Conclusion

The president has many problems with voters before the next election.

Learning

🟢 The Power of "Do Not"

In this text, we see a very common way to say "No" in English. To make a sentence negative, we use do not (or don't).

How it works: Person/Group →\rightarrow do not →\rightarrow Action

Examples from the story:

  • Many people →\rightarrow do not →\rightarrow like President Trump.
  • People →\rightarrow do not →\rightarrow like the president.

📊 Simple Quantity Words

To reach A2, you need to describe "how many." Look at these words used in the article:

  1. Many (A lot of people) →\rightarrow "Many young people..."
  2. Most (Almost everyone) →\rightarrow "Most people also do not..."
  3. Only (A small number) →\rightarrow "Only 30 percent..."

Quick Tip: Use Many for things you can count (people, states) and Most when you want to talk about the majority of a group.

Vocabulary Learning

economy
the system of buying and selling goods and services in a country
Example:The economy is growing slowly this year.
percent
a part of a whole divided into one hundred equal parts
Example:Thirty percent of people prefer online shopping.
supporting
giving help or encouragement to someone
Example:She is supporting her friend through a difficult time.
unhappy
not happy or satisfied
Example:He felt unhappy when the meeting was cancelled.
important
having great meaning or value
Example:It is important to read the instructions carefully.
states
parts of a country that have their own governments
Example:California and Texas are two large states in the USA.
elections
a process where people choose leaders by voting
Example:The next elections will decide the new mayor.
war
a conflict between countries or groups
Example:The war in the region caused many families to leave their homes.
problems
difficulties or issues that need solving
Example:We need to find solutions to these problems quickly.
voters
people who cast votes in elections
Example:Voters must register before the election day.
B2

Analysis of the Decline in Presidential Approval Ratings Before the 2026 Midterms

Introduction

Recent data show a general decrease in President Donald Trump's approval ratings, particularly regarding his management of the economy, healthcare, and support from key groups of voters.

Main Body

Reports from CNN, Reuters/Ipsos, and YouGov show that public confidence in the administration's economic leadership has dropped significantly. Approval ratings for the economy are around 30 percent, while a CNN poll found that 70 percent of people disapprove. Similarly, healthcare disapproval has reached 65 percent, which is the lowest point for any U.S. president this century. Furthermore, the 'Make America Healthy Again' initiative, led by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is losing support, as his favorability among independent voters has fallen sharply. Analysis of different age and ethnic groups reveals a sudden loss of support among Gen Z and Hispanic voters. According to The Economist/YouGov and AtlasIntel, approval among voters aged 18-29 dropped from positive levels in early 2025 to -76.6 by May 2026. Additionally, Pew Research Center data show that support among Hispanic voters who voted for the president in 2024 fell from 93 percent to 66 percent. These changes are very important because the administration relied on these voters for its success in Texas and Florida. These trends create challenges for the 2026 midterm elections, especially in key Senate states. A Morning Consult survey indicates that the president's net approval is negative in all seven critical states, with the worst result in Maine. Consequently, overall approval has fallen below 40 percent following military actions against Iran. Although the administration emphasizes that the 2024 election gave them a clear mandate, the data suggest a growing gap between government policy and public opinion on inflation and foreign affairs.

Conclusion

The administration is currently facing a decline in support across major policy areas and important voter groups as the midterm elections approach.

Learning

📈 The Art of 'Movement' Words

To move from A2 to B2, you must stop using "go up" and "go down" for everything. Professional English uses specific verbs to describe trends and changes.

Look at these phrases from the text:

  • "Dropped significantly"
  • "Fallen sharply"
  • "Reached 65 percent"

⚡ The Power Pair: Verb + Adverb

An A2 student says: "The number went down a lot." A B2 student says: "Approval ratings dropped significantly."

Why this matters: Adding a precise adverb (like significantly or sharply) tells the reader exactly how the change happened. Was it a slow slide or a sudden crash?

🛠️ Upgrade Your Vocabulary

A2 Level (Basic)B2 Level (Advanced)Context from Article
Go downDecline / Drop"...a decline in support"
Very fastSharply"...fallen sharply"
A lotSignificantly"...dropped significantly"
Get toReach"...has reached 65 percent"

💡 Pro Tip: The 'Net' Concept

The text mentions "net approval." In B2 English, Net doesn't just mean a fishing net; it means the final result after subtracting the negatives from the positives.

Example: If 40% love the president and 30% hate him, the net approval is +10%.

Vocabulary Learning

approval
The degree to which people agree or support something.
Example:The survey showed a sharp decline in public approval of the new policy.
confidence
A feeling of trust or belief in someone or something.
Example:Investors lost confidence in the company's future after the scandal.
initiative
A plan or program started to achieve a particular goal.
Example:The government launched a new initiative to improve education.
favorability
The level of positive opinion or support for someone.
Example:The candidate's favorability rating increased after the debate.
independent
Not influenced or controlled by others; free to act on one's own.
Example:She is an independent thinker who doesn't follow trends.
sudden
Occurring quickly and unexpectedly.
Example:There was a sudden drop in sales after the announcement.
critical
Very important or essential; urgent.
Example:The company is in a critical situation and needs immediate help.
military
Relating to armed forces or soldiers.
Example:The military operation was carried out at dawn.
policy
A set of principles or rules that guide decisions and actions.
Example:The new policy aims to reduce carbon emissions.
inflation
The general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.
Example:Inflation has increased the cost of living.
foreign
Relating to another country or nation.
Example:Foreign policy decisions can affect global markets.
decline
A gradual loss or reduction in strength, number, or importance.
Example:The decline in sales alarmed the board.
major
Large, important, or significant.
Example:Education is a major concern for many voters.
midterm
An election held halfway through a term of office.
Example:The midterm elections will decide the balance of power.
election
A formal decision-making process where people choose leaders or policies.
Example:The election results were announced late.
public
Relating to the people as a whole, especially in the context of society.
Example:Public opinion often shapes policy decisions.
disapprove
To express that one does not agree with or support something.
Example:Many people disapprove of the new tax plan.
support
Help, encouragement, or backing for someone or something.
Example:The campaign gained support from young voters.
C2

Analysis of Presidential Approval Deterioration Across Key Demographics and Policy Sectors Prior to 2026 Midterms

Introduction

Recent empirical data indicate a comprehensive decline in President Donald Trump's approval ratings, specifically regarding economic management, healthcare, and support among critical voting blocs.

Main Body

Quantitative assessments from CNN, Reuters/Ipsos, and YouGov demonstrate a significant erosion of public confidence in the administration's economic stewardship. Approval ratings for economic performance are clustered in the low 30s, with a CNN/SSRS poll recording a 70 percent disapproval rate. This trend is mirrored in the healthcare sector, where a 65 percent disapproval rating represents a historical nadir for any U.S. president in the current century. The administration's 'Make America Healthy Again' initiative, associated with Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., appears to be experiencing a fragmentation of its supporting coalition, as evidenced by the Secretary's decline in net favorability to -15 overall and -26 among independents. Demographic analysis reveals a precipitous collapse in support among Gen Z and Hispanic voters. Data from The Economist/YouGov and AtlasIntel indicate that net approval among voters aged 18-29 has plummeted from positive territory in early 2025 to as low as -76.6 by May 2026. Similarly, Pew Research Center data show that approval among Hispanic voters who supported the president in 2024 has decreased from 93 percent in February 2025 to 66 percent in April 2026. These shifts are particularly salient given the reliance on these demographics for the efficacy of recent redistricting efforts in Texas and Florida. Strategic implications for the 2026 midterm elections are evident in the Senate battleground states. A Morning Consult survey indicates that the president's net approval is negative across all seven pivotal states, with the most pronounced deficit in Maine (-17). This negative trajectory coincides with a broader decline in overall approval, which has dipped below 40 percent following the commencement of military operations against Iran. While the administration maintains that the 2024 electoral result constitutes a definitive mandate, the current data suggest a widening gap between executive policy and public perception across all tested policy areas, including inflation and foreign affairs.

Conclusion

The administration currently faces a multifaceted decline in approval across key policy domains and essential electoral demographics as the midterm elections approach.

Learning

The Architecture of 'Clinical Detachment' in Political Discourse

To transition from B2 (competent) to C2 (mastery), a student must move beyond describing what is happening to manipulating how the information is framed. This text is a masterclass in Nominalization and Latent Evaluative Language.

◈ The Power of the Nominal Group

C2 English is characterized by a high density of nouns that encapsulate complex processes. Instead of using verbs (which imply a simple action), the author uses 'nominals' to create an aura of objective, scientific distance.

  • B2 approach: "Public confidence in the administration's economy is eroding significantly."
  • C2 approach: "...a significant erosion of public confidence in the administration's economic stewardship."

By transforming the verb erode into the noun erosion, the author shifts the focus from the act of falling to the state of decline. This makes the statement feel like an established fact rather than an observation.

◈ Lexical Precision: The 'Nadir' of Nuance

Notice the use of "historical nadir." A B2 student would likely use "lowest point." While correct, nadir carries a specific astronomical and psychological weight, suggesting not just a low point, but the absolute bottom of a cycle.

Other high-level substitutions in this text include:

  • Precipitous collapse →\rightarrow instead of "fast drop."
  • Salient →\rightarrow instead of "important" or "noticeable."
  • Multifaceted decline →\rightarrow instead of "many different ways of falling."

◈ The 'Objective' Wedge

C2 writers use specific qualifying phrases to introduce critical analysis without appearing biased. This is the "Academic Wedge."

"...as evidenced by..." "...constitutes a definitive mandate..." "...particularly salient given..."

These are not mere fillers; they are logical connectors that signal to the reader that the conclusion is derived from empirical data, thereby insulating the writer from accusations of subjectivity. To master C2, you must stop saying "I think this is important because..." and start saying "This shift is particularly salient given..."

Vocabulary Learning

comprehensive (adj.)
Thorough; covering all or nearly all elements or aspects.
Example:The study offered a comprehensive analysis of the economic downturn.
quantitative (adj.)
Relating to or expressed in numerical terms; measurable.
Example:The report presented quantitative data on voter turnout.
erosion (n.)
Gradual wearing away or decline; loss of strength or influence.
Example:The erosion of public trust has weakened the administration's legitimacy.
stewardship (n.)
The responsible management or oversight of something.
Example:Her stewardship of the national parks earned her widespread acclaim.
nadir (n.)
The lowest point or most unsuccessful moment.
Example:The poll's 65% disapproval rate marked a nadir for any U.S. president in the current century.
fragmentation (n.)
The process of breaking into smaller parts or groups.
Example:Fragmentation of the coalition threatened the initiative's success.
precipitous (adj.)
Sudden and steep; abrupt.
Example:The precipitous collapse in Gen Z support alarmed campaign strategists.
plummeted (v.)
Fell sharply or dramatically.
Example:Approval ratings plummeted from 93% to 66% over the year.
salient (adj.)
Most noticeable or important; prominent.
Example:The shift in Hispanic voters was a salient factor in the election outcome.
reliance (n.)
Dependence on something for support or strength.
Example:The campaign's reliance on youth turnout proved critical.
efficacy (n.)
The ability to produce the desired effect or result.
Example:The efficacy of the new redistricting plan was still under review.
battleground (n.)
A contested area or situation where outcomes are uncertain.
Example:Several states became battlegrounds in the midterm race.
trajectory (n.)
The path or course of movement, often used figuratively for trends.
Example:The negative trajectory of approval ratings concerned the administration.
commencement (n.)
The beginning or start of an event or activity.
Example:The commencement of military operations shifted public opinion.
definitive (adj.)
Conclusive; decisive; final.
Example:The election results provided a definitive mandate for change.
mandate (n.)
An authoritative order or instruction, often from a higher authority.
Example:The mandate from the voters demanded new policy reforms.
widening (adj.)
Becoming broader or more extensive.
Example:The widening gap between policy and perception alarmed officials.
executive (adj.)
Relating to the executive branch or the person in charge.
Example:Executive decisions were scrutinized by the media.
public perception (n.)
The collective opinion or view held by the general populace.
Example:Public perception of the policy shifted after the scandal.
multifaceted (adj.)
Having many aspects or features; complex.
Example:The decline was multifaceted, involving economic, social, and political factors.
domains (n.)
Areas or fields of activity or knowledge.
Example:The policy domains affected included healthcare and education.
empirical (adj.)
Based on observation or experience rather than theory.
Example:Empirical data supported the claim of declining approval.
demographic (adj.)
Relating to the characteristics of a population group.
Example:Demographic changes influenced voting patterns.
voting blocs (n.)
Groups of voters who tend to vote together or share similar interests.
Example:Targeting key voting blocs was essential for the campaign.
net favorability (n.)
The overall level of favorable opinion after accounting for negative views.
Example:Net favorability dropped from positive to negative territory.
independents (n.)
Voters who are not affiliated with any major political party.
Example:Independents were crucial in deciding the election outcome.
positive territory (n.)
A range or area where values are above zero or favorable.
Example:The approval rating moved from positive territory into negative territory.
negative trajectory (n.)
A downward trend or path of decline.
Example:The negative trajectory of the economy worried investors.
overall (adj.)
Taking all aspects into account; total.
Example:Overall approval fell below the 40% threshold.
midterm elections (n.)
Elections held halfway through a political term.
Example:The midterm elections will test the president's popularity.
inflation (n.)
The rate at which prices for goods and services rise.
Example:Inflation eroded consumers' purchasing power.
foreign affairs (n.)
International relations and diplomatic matters.
Example:Foreign affairs were a key issue in the campaign.
redistricting (n.)
The process of redrawing electoral district boundaries.
Example:Redistricting efforts aimed to balance representation.
policy (n.)
A course of action adopted or pursued by an organization or individual.
Example:The new policy addressed healthcare costs.
healthcare (n.)
The organization or system of providing medical services.
Example:Healthcare reform was a central debate topic.
economic (adj.)
Relating to the economy or financial matters.
Example:Economic management was a primary concern for voters.
approval (n.)
Acceptance or endorsement of something.
Example:Approval ratings dropped sharply after the scandal.
decline (n.)
A reduction or downward movement in value or status.
Example:The decline in approval ratings alarmed the administration.