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5d ago

Trump's Approval Drops to 42% as Economic and Executive Policies Face Backlash

Public discontent grows over tariffs, economic pessimism, and perceived overreach in Trump's second term, according to recent polls.

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President Donald Trump on the south lawn of the White House on April 14, 2025 in Washington, DC. His approval rating has dropped in three separate polls.
Around 83 per cent of respondents believed that Trump must comply with federal court rulings.

Overview

  • President Trump's approval rating has fallen to 42%, the lowest since his January inauguration, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll released April 21.
  • Economic approval ratings have reached career lows, with 49% of Americans believing the economy will worsen over the next year, per a CNBC survey.
  • Trump's executive actions, including moves against universities and cultural institutions, have raised concerns about overreach, with 83% of Americans supporting compliance with federal court rulings.
  • Polls reveal declining support for Trump's tariff policies, with growing unease among independents and even some Republicans regarding their economic impact.
  • Experts warn that Trump's rapid policy shifts and consolidation of executive power risk long-term political and economic fallout, with comparisons drawn to historically unpopular presidencies.