Democrats Face Record 63% Unfavorable Rating in National Poll

Recent polls reveal significant challenges for the Democratic Party under President Donald Trump's current administration, with a Wall Street Journal survey showing 63% of voters hold an unfavorable view of the party—the highest since 1990. While Democrats have a slight edge in party affiliation among US adults, with 46% identifying as Democrats or leaners compared to 43% for Republicans, their favorable rating remains at a record low of 34%. Voters perceive Republicans, despite some dissatisfaction with Trump’s handling of issues like inflation and trade, as more trustworthy on key topics such as immigration and the economy. Internal party debates emphasize frustration over Democrats' inability to effectively oppose President Trump, with some urging stronger resistance to his policies. Despite these struggles, the Democratic Party maintains a narrow lead over Republicans in hypothetical general election preferences, though the margin is slim. Pollsters agree that Democrats must rebuild credibility and reconnect with working-class voters to improve their standing and effectively challenge the Republican Party.