California Poll Shows Strong Disapproval of Donald Trump
A new poll reveals California voters strongly disapprove of President Donald Trump while viewing Governor Gavin Newsom as a viable 2028 presidential candidate.
A poll released on September 30, 2026, by NBCUniversal Local and Telemundo Station Group shows that 64% of California voters disapprove of Donald Trump's job performance, with disapproval rising to 68% among Latino voters. The survey identifies the cost of living and inflation as the primary concerns for residents, followed by the broader economy and immigration.
Governor Gavin Newsom holds a split approval rating, with 45% approval and 46% disapproval. Despite this divide, a majority of Democrats, including 73% of Latino Democrats, support Newsom as a potential nominee for the 2028 presidential election.
Legislative and policy preferences in the state include majority support for California remaining a sanctuary state and approval for Proposition 40, which proposes a 5% tax on individuals with a net worth exceeding $1.1 billion. Additionally, a new measure has been filed to repeal the state's top-two primary system in favor of returning to closed primaries.
