Is Trump going to be impeached? What polls, approval ratings show ahead of midterms
Is Trump going to be impeached? What polls, approval ratings show ahead of midterms
Maria Francis, USA TODAY NETWORKFri, June 26, 2026 at 4:06 PM UTC
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As the 2026 midterm elections approach, questions about President Donald Trump’s political future are gaining traction — including whether impeachment is even possible and how much the outcome of November’s midterms could shape what happens next for the GOP's agenda.
Trump’s approval ratings and shifting polling data has fueled renewed debate over what control of Congress could mean, especially if Republicans lose ground after the 2026 midterms.
The midterm results will play a key role in determining what options, including another possible impeachment, are realistically on the table in Washington.
Trump was impeached twice during his first term — the first in 2019 over his dealings with Ukraine and the second at the end of his term over accusations of him inciting the Capitol attack on Jan. 6, 2021 — however he was acquitted in the Senate both times.
Is Trump going to be impeached?
Impeachment is a political process controlled by Congress and for it to happen, the U.S. House of Representatives would need to approve articles of impeachment by a majority vote, followed by a trial in the Senate.
The likelihood of impeachment depends heavily on which party controls the House and the Senate after the midterms. Without a shift in power, impeachment efforts would face significant obstacles.
While Trump is not currently being impeached, there have already been multiple articles of impeachment filed in this second term including the most recent resolution H. Res. 115 filed on Monday, April 6, 2026. Other resolutions this term were voted on and tabled.
Impeachment requires a majority vote in the House to approve charges against a government official for treason, bribery or other serious abuse of power or misconduct, and then a two-thirds majority in the Senate to convict and remove the official from office.
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A third impeachment for would likely face significant political barriers due to the current Republican-controlled House and Senate.
What is Trump's approval rating right now?
The most recent polling shows Trump's approval ratings around 40% compared to over 50% at the start of this second term, according to RealClearPolling. The ratings have been on a steady downward trend with the biggest dips around the government shutdown in November and latest frustration over the ongoing Iran conflict and rising prices.
Approval ratings don’t directly trigger or imply impeachment, but they are often seen as a signal of political momentum. Lower approval numbers can influence voter sentiment and how voters respond in midterm races, which in turn affects which party controls Congress.
In many recent polls, the gap between those who approve and those who disapprove remains significant, with disapproval outweighing approval by roughly 10 to 20 percentage points, depending on the survey.
What happens if Republicans lose the midterms?
Midterm elections often reshape the balance of power in Washington. If Republicans lose control of the House, Democrats would gain the ability to set the agenda, launch investigations and potentially pursue impeachment proceedings.
A Democratic win in the House or Senate in this year's midterms elections, would give them control of at least one of the congressional branches in government and make it harder for Trump to pass his agenda, result in a likely push back on Republican cuts in social spending or requiring more deals when it comes time to raise the debt ceiling, or pushing for impeachment.
Maria Francis is a Pennsylvania-based journalist covering trending and breaking topics across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions for USA Today Network. Reach her at mfrancis@usatodayco.com.
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