AP survey shows widespread disapprobation of Donald Trump among midterm voters

Roughly six in ten voters deeply disapprove of United States President Donald Trump's presidency, France 24 English reported on Tuesday, citing an Associated Press survey. The findings were published as voters cast ballots in midterm elections that serve as a referendum on the performance of Donald Trump over his first two years in office. [1]

The economy and the state of American democracy emerged as the primary concerns for citizens going to the polls. According to France 24 English, about four in ten voters identified the economy as the most important issue, while three in ten stated that the condition of United States democracy was their primary concern. [1]

These key concerns ranked well above other public matters such as crime or immigration. France 24 English reported that history, public opinion polling, and early voting data indicated a potentially difficult election night for the Republican Party. [1]

Structural factors may influence the final composition of Congress. France 24 English noted that despite a strong voter desire for change, the existing political map and recent gerrymandering by the Republican Party could limit the overall gains made by the Democratic Party. [1]