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Trump's Approval Rebounds to 55% as Economic Optimism Grows

New polls show President Trump's approval rating climbing above 50%, driven by easing inflation, tariff reductions, and improved economic sentiment.

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange in New York City on May 19, 2025.
U.S. President Donald Trump listens to remarks during a swearing-in ceremony for Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Mehmet Oz in the Oval Office in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 18, 2025. REUTERS/Nathan Howard/File Photo
President Donald Trump speaks before presenting law enforcement officers with an award in the Oval Office at the White House, Monday, May 19, 2025.
President Donald J. Trump is seen standing on stage as he tours the Al Udeid Air Base on May 15, 2025, in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Overview

  • An Insider Advantage poll conducted May 17–19 places Trump's approval at 55%, a significant increase from earlier in May.
  • Harvard CAPS/Harris polling reveals that 51% of Americans now view the economy as strong, marking the first majority positive rating since 2021.
  • The U.S.-China tariff truce and new trade agreements, including a deal with the UK, have bolstered public confidence in economic policy.
  • Inflation has dropped to 2.3%, its lowest rate since February 2021, contributing to improved consumer sentiment.
  • Voter optimism about the country's direction has risen to 42%, although concerns about tariffs and personal finances persist for many Americans.