The most recent polling data from March 2024 puts the approval rating of the United States Congress at 15 percent, reflecting a slight decrease from previous years. Just 13% of U.S. adults approve of the job Congress is doing, the lowest since 2017. While trust in the federal government hovers near a historic low, public views of Congress, the Supreme Court, and the president also are dwindling.
Congress's approval rating has slipped to 13 percent, according to a Gallup poll released Friday. The approval rating, the lowest for Congress in recent years, has been on a steady decline since the beginning of 2023. A recent Gallup poll shows Congress' approval rating at 13%, the lowest since 2017, down from 17% in October.
A survey by the Pew Research Center found 26% of Americans approve of the job Congress is doing, near the record low of the 2013 shutdown. The William J. Hughes Center for Public Policy at Stockton University finds New Jersey voters are disgusted with Congress. A new poll found each of Congress leaders' with underwater approval ratings, but one clearly came out on top as America's least favorite.
In West Long Branch, NJ, by a 2 to 1 margin, Americans want Congress to compromise on the federal budget in order to avoid a government shutdown. The overall sentiment towards Congress is one of disappointment and frustration, with many Americans feeling that their elected officials are not adequately representing their interests.
The decline in Congress's approval rating can be attributed to a variety of factors, including partisan gridlock, perceived corruption, and a lack of tangible results on important issues. With the upcoming midterm elections in 2024, many voters are expressing a desire for change and are looking for candidates who can offer a fresh perspective and a willingness to work across party lines.
As the lowest approval rating in recent history, Congress faces a challenging road ahead in rebuilding public trust and confidence. It will be crucial for lawmakers to listen to the concerns of their constituents and work towards finding common ground on key policy issues. Only through meaningful action and genuine efforts to address the needs of the American people can Congress hope to regain the support of the public.
