President Donald Trump is seeing a modest but notable rise in support from groups that have traditionally leaned Democratic, according to a new poll from Quantus Insights. Conducted May 18–20, the survey found that Trump’s job approval among Democrats rose by four percentage points—a surprising development given his long-standing status as a polarizing figure in that party.
While overall support from Democrats remains low—at just 11 percent—the increase is still significant. His disapproval rating among Democrats dropped from 91 percent to 87 percent. With a margin of error of +/- 3.1 percent, the poll reflects shifting sentiments in an evolving political landscape.
The poll also shows a five-point increase in approval among Black voters, with 27 percent now viewing President Trump’s performance favorably. Though no other demographic group showed statistically significant change, the upward trend has sparked interest across the political spectrum.
Online reactions suggest that many Americans, including some Democrats, are recognizing Trump’s impact on the economy, border security, and law enforcement. Supporters argue that his administration is delivering real results, especially in areas where prior leadership fell short.
These findings are consistent with other recent polls. Both Civiqs and YouGov/Economist recorded a slight uptick in Democratic approval of Trump, from 5 to 6 percent. A CNN/SSRS poll conducted last month found that 45 percent of voters believed Trump was performing better in office than Kamala Harris would have, while 43 percent favored Harris—a result that closely mirrors last year’s election outcome.
As President Trump continues his second term, even modest gains among traditionally opposing groups indicate a noteworthy shift. While the numbers remain small, they suggest that some voters across party lines are re-evaluating their stance in light of current leadership.