Young voters could be key to midterm success, but they've soured on both parties

"However, these same voters are also feeling increasingly unhappy with the political system that they're poised to dominate in the coming years, notably as they struggle with the high cost of living. That's reflected in a new poll from the University of Chicago, which shows that nearly 60% disapprove of President Trump's job in office, while just 30% approve, a six-point drop compared to his favorability rating in the survey last year."

"She argues that the political dissatisfaction young people are feeling is directly tied to their deeply rooted concerns about the economy. "There is a real sense that these individuals and these parts of the administration are not delivering," explained Cohen. "Young people are feeling like the state or the government is not, in fact, providing the opportunities that they're seeking to advance their lives.""

Gen Z and millennial Americans are becoming a larger share of the electorate, projected to make up roughly half of eligible voters by 2026. Young voters are expressing rising dissatisfaction with the political system, especially as they struggle with high living costs and economic opportunity. The GenForward survey reports nearly 60% disapproval of President Trump's job and about 30% approval, a decline from last year, while support for Democrats has also fallen. Roughly six in ten young people now hold unfavorable impressions of both major parties. Respondents prioritized affordability and cost concerns as the most important national challenges.

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