Supreme Court Approval Ratings Plummet as GOP Support Wanes

Supreme Court's Approval Rating Hits Record Low

According to a recent Gallup poll, the Supreme Court's approval rating among Americans has fallen to an unprecedented 33%. This reflects a significant 6-point decrease from the previous low of 39% recorded in July 2025. Conversely, disapproval ratings have surged to a staggering 61%, marking the highest level of discontent recorded since Gallup began polling public opinion on the Supreme Court 26 years ago.

Declining Support from Republicans

The most striking aspect of this poll is the steep decline in approvals from Republicans. Support among GOP members has dropped from 79% to 58%, representing the lowest approval rating among Republicans in nearly three years. Gallup speculates that recent unfavorable rulings against the Trump administration have heavily influenced this shift.

"This decline may indicate that rulings unfavorable to the Trump administration this term...weigh more heavily in Republicans' evaluations of the court than the rulings that favored President Trump and the GOP," Gallup stated.

Key Rulings Impacting Approval Ratings

The Supreme Court's decisions this term included several controversial rulings that have stirred dissatisfaction within the Republican base. Notably, the Court ruled against Trump’s attempts to impose broad tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and voided an executive order aimed at restricting birthright citizenship. Additionally, the Court rejected Trump's efforts to dismiss Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook while a lawsuit concerning her termination is underway.

Despite the unfavorable outcomes for the Trump administration, the Supreme Court also issued decisions that favored the former president, including affirming the president's authority to remove officials from supposedly independent federal agencies.

Stable Ratings Among Democrats and Independents

While the overall approval rating for the Supreme Court has taken a downturn, approval among Democrats remains relatively stable at just 12%, while independents stand at 35%. Gallup’s data indicated that these figures have not fluctuated much since September 2025, mirroring a trend observed over the last five years since the Court has maintained a conservative 6-3 majority.

In conclusion, the poll data collected through telephone interviews with 1,200 adults from July 1 to July 19 shows a clear divide in perceptions of the Supreme Court, particularly among party lines. With a margin of error of 4 percentage points, the findings suggest that the court's trajectory appears precarious among segments of the public, especially Republican voters disillusioned by recent rulings.

Future Implications

As the Supreme Court prepares for a new term starting in October, the political landscape and public sentiment surrounding its decisions will likely continue to evolve, influencing its approval ratings and the perception of judicial authority in American politics.

The ongoing debate over the role of the Supreme Court and its rulings will undoubtedly remain a focal point in political discourse as the nation moves forward.