Poll Finds Negative Views of President Trump in Oregon
A new survey shows 66% of registered Oregon voters hold a negative impression of the president.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Elections
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A DHM Research poll conducted between September 24 and October 1, 2026, reveals that 66% of registered Oregon voters view President Donald Trump negatively. This includes 56% of voters who report having a very negative impression of the president.
Why it matters
The survey highlights a significant decline in popularity for President Donald Trump, whose positive polling in the state peaked at 42% in mid-2025. Data suggests this sentiment is closely tied to voter intentions for Tina Kotek.
This poll surveyed 600 registered voters with a margin of error of plus or minus 4 percentage points. The study measured sentiment across Oregon, including a 77% negative rating in the Portland area.
The players
Donald Trump
Donald Trump is the current President of the United States.
Tina Kotek
Tina Kotek is a political figure whose support is reportedly linked to voters with negative impressions of the president.
DHM Research
DHM Research is a public opinion firm that conducts surveys to measure sentiment across demographic and geographic groups.
The details
Researchers found that negative sentiment is pervasive across the state, with 59% of Willamette Valley respondents and 57% of those in the rest of the state viewing the president unfavorably. Additionally, nearly one in five Republicans expressed a negative view, while positive support among Democrats is limited to 6%.
Timeline
Mid-2025: President Trump's positive polling peaked at 42%.
September 24 to October 1, 2026: DHM Research conducted the survey of 600 voters.
Political Context
This poll tracks with the historical trend of Oregon's partisan voting patterns in statewide elections. It reflects the ongoing divide between urban centers like Portland and more rural parts of the state regarding national leadership.
The findings indicate a stark political environment that may influence future local campaign strategies and candidate messaging across Oregon. Residents can expect heightened political activity as parties react to these voter sentiment metrics.
The takeaway
Voter sentiment metrics serve as a vital indicator for how regional political tides are shifting ahead of upcoming cycles. Readers should keep an eye on how these local trends translate into participation and candidate performance in their own districts.
Further reading
Find more analysis on the state of local contests at Oregon Elections.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Oregon Live.
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