Special Poll
Trump’s Approval Rating Declines Amid Economic Concerns, Poll Finds
President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dipped slightly since he took office in January, with concerns growing over his economic policies, particularly his approach to tariffs on key U.S. trading partners. A newly released Reuters/Ipsos poll shows that Trump’s approval now stands at 44 percent, down one percentage point from the previous survey conducted in late January.
Meanwhile, disapproval of Trump’s leadership has risen significantly. Fifty-one percent of respondents now say they disapprove of his presidency, a 10-point increase from Jan. 20-21, when he first assumed office. At that time, 41 percent disapproved, while 47 percent approved of his job performance.
Despite concerns about his economic policies, the poll found that Trump’s immigration stance remains popular. His proposals to reduce illegal border crossings and carry out mass deportations have 47 percent support among respondents.
However, public sentiment about the country’s economic direction has turned more negative. According to the survey, 53 percent of Americans now feel the economy is on the wrong track—a 10-point jump from the previous poll conducted Jan. 24-26.
Even though fewer Americans approve of Trump’s economic decisions, 39 percent still back his handling of the economy—a higher rating than former President Joe Biden received toward the end of his term, when his approval on economic matters stood at 34 percent.
Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada, which he has delayed until March, remain divisive. The poll shows 41 percent support for the tariffs, while 54 percent oppose them.
As economic concerns mount, Trump’s approval rating will likely continue to be a key factor in the political landscape leading up to the next election.