Uruguay government approval plummets to 20%, disapproval hits 48% in new poll

A recent survey reveals a significant decline in public approval for Uruguay's current government, with 48% of citizens expressing disapproval and only 20% approving. The poll, conducted by Opción, indicates a downward trend in support that began in the second quarter of 2025.

Disapproval ratings have climbed steadily, from 19% in the second quarter of 2025 to 48% in the current period. Conversely, approval has fallen from 30% in the same initial period to 20% now. This shift suggests growing public dissatisfaction with the administration led by President Yamandú Orsi.

The survey also highlights a stark division based on political affiliation. Among voters who supported the ruling Frente Amplio party in 2024, approval for the government doubles the disapproval rate (38% vs. 19%). However, three out of every four opposition voters disapprove of the government's performance.

Despite the overall negative trend, President Orsi's personal approval rating is higher than that of the government, standing at 26% compared to the government's 20%. Yet, even the president's approval shows a declining tendency from previous quarters, indicating a broader challenge in maintaining public confidence.

The national telephone survey included 869 respondents interviewed between April 21-27 and May 23-28. The margin of error is a maximum of +/- 3.5% for a 95% confidence level.

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In the case of the proportions of the variables of interest of this report, the maximum margin of error is +/- 3.5 % for a 95 % confidence level and is calculated taking into account the sample design and the weighting methodology implemented.