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Trump’s Approval Rating Dips Below 50% as Economic Concerns Grow

Public dissatisfaction with President Trump’s handling of the economy and inflation is contributing to a decline in his overall approval rating during his second term.

U.S. President Donald Trump meets with Russia's President Vladimir Putin in Helsinki, Finland, July 16, 2018. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque
Haley Romero, 6, stands beneath a massive Ukrainian flag held by demonstrators as they rally in support of Ukraine during a protest on the Ellipse near the White House in Washington, DC, on March 8.
A trader works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Tuesday, March 11, 2025.
President Donald Trump, right, meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office at the White House, Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, in Washington.

Overview

  • President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped to 47%, with disapproval rising to 49%, marking the first time his net approval has turned negative in his second term, according to Newsweek's poll tracker.
  • Economic concerns, particularly inflation and rising prices, are key drivers of Trump’s declining popularity, with multiple polls showing disapproval of his economic management surpassing approval.
  • Recent polling indicates that 70% of Americans believe Trump’s tariff policies could increase costs for everyday goods, while a majority feel he is not prioritizing inflation adequately.
  • Independent voters, a critical bloc, show particularly low approval of Trump’s economic performance, with fewer than one-third expressing support in recent surveys.
  • The economic downturn and dissatisfaction with Trump’s handling of inflation could impact Republican prospects in upcoming midterm elections and beyond.