Approval of Supreme Court Performance Drops to Record Low
Republican approval fell 21 points to 58% after rulings against Trump on tariffs and birthright citizenship, Gallup said.
- A July 2026 Gallup poll reveals only 33% of Americans approve of the Supreme Court, marking a record low in the survey's 26-year history.
- The court's 6-3 conservative majority has generated dissatisfaction from both parties, according to Gallup analyst Jeffrey M. Jones, who noted voters express disappointment with major decisions.
- Republicans show particular dissatisfaction with the conservative-leaning bench, frustrated it has not advanced their policy goals aggressively enough, while Democrats' approval remains minimal.
- The tanking approval reflects eye-catching data showing the court is increasingly viewed as politically motivated, raising concerns about institutional legitimacy among Americans.
- Legal experts warn the conservative majority's major rulings have sparked debate about whether the institution is delivering on constitutional principles, confronting questions about its impartial role.
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Americans' opinions about Supreme Court hit record low, Gallup poll shows
Just one in three Americans approve of how Supreme Court justices are doing their job, according to a new Gallup poll that shows Republicans are particularly dissatisfied with the court.
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