New Hampshire Residents Disapproved of President Trump

A new poll reveals that two-thirds of state residents disapprove of the job performance of President Donald Trump.

Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Employment

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According to a recent survey, two-thirds of New Hampshire residents disapprove of the job performance of President Donald Trump. His approval ratings regarding both the economy and foreign policy have reached record lows within the state.

Why it matters

The findings highlight significant dissatisfaction among Granite State voters regarding major policy areas and international affairs. This sentiment is particularly pronounced concerning the current conflict involving Iran.

A recent survey of 1,542 residents indicates that two-thirds now disapprove of the job performance of President Donald Trump. The results, which carry a 2.5 percent margin of sampling error, reflect record lows for his economic and foreign policy ratings.

The players

President Donald Trump

He is the current President of the United States.

University of New Hampshire Survey Center

This academic institution manages the Granite State Panel and conducts regular public opinion research.

The details

Most residents surveyed also indicated that the Iran conflict is going poorly and cannot be won, leading to a preference for an immediate end to the engagement. While voters expressed deep concern over international issues, they remain largely divided on whether national voter fraud is a serious problem.

Timeline

  1. Survey collection began on September 17, 2026.

  2. Data gathering concluded on September 21, 2026.

Macro View

This data follows a long-standing pattern set by the 2026 Granite State Poll historical series in gauging the political temperament of New England voters. It demonstrates a continued divergence from past administration approval levels often seen in this specific regional political climate.

These figures suggest that residents may demand a shift in policy priorities from their federal representatives. The data reflects a broader discontent that could influence local discourse on national economic and military spending.

The takeaway

Public sentiment in the region has reached a notable inflection point regarding current executive leadership and foreign policy. Residents appear focused on prioritizing an exit from ongoing international conflicts over other policy agendas.

Further reading

For more on the local economic and social climate, visit the New Hampshire section.

More information

Review the detailed Granite State Poll tabular results to understand the full data set.

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