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As of April 25, Donald Trump finds himself grappling with a substantial net approval rating deficit, specifically a -12, resulting from a 42% approval and 54% disapproval rate as indicated by a recent New York Times/Siena poll. The survey reveals strong discontent among voters regarding his approach to various critical issues, consisting of immigration, federal governance, the economy, trade, foreign affairs, and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, highlighted by a particular incident involving the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia. The poll’s findings stem from a sample of 913 voters, with a margin of error of 3.8 percentage points.
A notable aspect of the poll is that a significant number of respondents characterized Trump’s presidency using terms such as “scary” and “chaotic,” reflecting negative sentiments that permeate cross-party lines. Remarkably, even among Republicans, 47% identified his presidency as chaotic, while 36% felt it was scary. Nevertheless, a substantial 82% of Republicans considered Trump’s tenure to be “exciting.”
On April 23, the Pew Research Center published its own findings revealing that 59% of a sample of 3,589 adults disapprove of Trump’s job performance, reflecting a notable decline, seven points lower than his ratings from February. The poll also highlighted a general lack of confidence in Trump’s ability to manage crucial issues such as the economy, where only 45% of respondents expressed confidence in his handling—a stark reminder of the challenges he faces a mere few days shy of reaching 100 days in office.
Simultaneously, data from a Reuters/Ipsos poll, also released on April 23, indicated that 53% of respondents disapproved of Trump’s performance, whereas only 42% approved, representing a steep fall from a +6 net approval rating recorded at the beginning of his second term. Trump’s handling of the economy was particularly alarming, with a marked -14 approval rating, suggesting that his economic strategies, while marginally better than President Biden’s previous ratings, have not met public approval expectations.
A separate survey from Harvard Kennedy School revealed that a significant portion of younger adults, 61%, disapproved of Trump, with just 31% approving. The perception among young adults regarding Trump’s impact on their personal finances is largely negative, with 42% believing he would harm their financial situation. While trends suggest younger voters typically lean Democratic, there is a complex dynamic, as Trump’s support notably increased among young men in 2024 compared to 2020.
This pattern of declining support is echoed in numerous polling metrics. An Economist/YouGov poll from April 23 indicated that 54% of the surveyed population disapproved of Trump’s job performance, with only a 41% approval rate. Additionally, Trump experienced slight approval growth in April 21 data from Morning Consult, which showed an uptick to 46%. However, that increase was juxtaposed against poor ratings for his economic management, reflecting broader public sentiment about rising costs and inflation.
A Gallup survey taken from April 1-14 found that 53% of respondents disapproved of Trump’s job performance, while 44% approved. Notably, the approval ratings of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell have also reflected turbulence, with a 37% approval rating, suggesting a potential critique of economic management from multiple angles.
Various polls indicate that Trump’s approval has fluctuated widely in relation to his economic policies, trade strategies, and public perception of tariffs, especially following his recent tariff announcements that disrupted market stability and led to considerable discontent even among his supporters. In light of these figures, challenges facing the Trump administration appear to extend beyond approval ratings, as perceptions of economic stability and governance effectiveness increasingly enter the public discourse.
In sum, the data reflects a complex landscape for Trump, characterized by discontent and a critical public perspective on his policies and governance style. The road ahead involves navigating these sentiments while attempting to reshape perceptions as the administration continues to push its agenda amidst mounting scrutiny.
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