A new wave of polling analysis is putting Donald Trump in what one data analyst is calling his weakest standing yet on the issue voters care about most: the economy and inflation.
According to CNN data analyst Harry Enten, Trump’s numbers have fallen to what he described as his “worst position ever,” with approval on inflation now deeply underwater across multiple national surveys.
Across several recent polls from major outlets and research firms, Trump’s approval on inflation has shifted sharply negative—marking a reversal from earlier periods when he held a modest advantage on the issue. In some measures, voters now disapprove of his handling of inflation by significant double-digit margins.
The decline is especially notable because inflation has consistently ranked as one of the top concerns for voters heading into the next election cycle. What was once considered a political strength for Trump has now become a consistent liability in polling averages.
Enten pointed to the scale of the shift as the most striking part of the data, noting that sentiment on the issue has moved dramatically compared to the 2024 campaign period, when Trump held a clear edge over Democratic rival Kamala Harris on economic concerns.
Now, that advantage has not only disappeared—it has reversed.
The shift comes as inflation remains elevated compared to recent historical averages, with rising consumer prices continuing to affect household budgets. Economists have pointed to a mix of global energy volatility, supply pressures, and geopolitical tensions as contributing factors.
Politically, the reversal has implications heading into upcoming election cycles, where economic performance is expected to be a central issue once again. Analysts say sustained negative approval on inflation could reshape voter perceptions that previously favored Trump on economic management.
For now, the data paints a stark picture. A once-central campaign strength has flipped into one of his most persistent vulnerabilities, with polling trends showing no clear sign of recovery.
Watch the CNN analysis below:
