Trump in La. dumps
In Southern states, his approval rating among all adults is underwater. He fares a bit better with voters only.
President Trump's net approval rating among Louisiana adults is -9%, according to The Economist/YouGov polling.
The details: James Carville's axiom about the economy holds again. YouGov's poll for The Economist shows that inflation and gas prices are the top concern of Americans nationwide, with the broader economy second. Trump's ratings have fallen as prices have risen.
Among Louisiana voters only, Trump's approval is just +1%. That’s striking for a state he carried by 22 points in 2024.
In the South:
- Adults in every Southern state except for Oklahoma give him a thumbs down. In Oklahoma, his approval rating is only +1.
- Among people who voted in 2024, Trump is above water in three Southern states: Florida +1, Alabama +9 and Oklahoma +18.
The bottom line: If Democrats win the House in November, Louisiana loses real power in Washington. Mike Johnson would have to step down as House Speaker.