New polls reveal that U.S. President Donald Trump’s approval ratings have dropped to historic lows for a newly elected president nearing 100 days in office.
According to a survey conducted by ABC, The Washington Post, and Ipsos, only 39% of respondents approve of Trump’s performance, a decline of 6 percentage points since February. In contrast, 55% disapprove of how he’s handling his role as president.
Notably, just 21% of those surveyed said they “strongly” approve of Trump’s leadership, the lowest since he took office. Meanwhile, 44% expressed “strong” disapproval, highlighting a significant polarization in public opinion.
Economic Concerns Rise
The polls indicate growing anxiety over the U.S. economy under Trump’s administration. A striking 72% believe that his economic policies are likely to cause a recession in the short term. Additionally, 73% feel that the economy is in poor condition.
More than half of the respondents, 53%, think the economy has worsened since Trump became president, and 41% say their personal financial situations have declined.
Tariff Policies Under Scrutiny
Trump’s tariff policies are a major point of contention. Over 70% of those polled believe these tariffs are contributing to rising prices. On this issue, 64% do not support his approach, and 61% disapprove of how his administration is handling the overall economy and international relationships.
Similar Trends in Other Polls
A separate CNN/SSRS poll reflects comparable findings. Trump’s approval rating stands at 41%, marking a 4-point drop since March and a 7-point decrease since the end of February. Only 22% “strongly approve” of his performance, reaching a new low, while 45% “strongly disapprove.”
The decline in approval ratings on economic issues is attributed to the president’s tariff policies, which have sparked stock market volatility and fears of increasing prices.
Global Implications
These trends in approval ratings not only reflect domestic discontent but also hint at potential global economic impacts. With the U.S. economy playing a significant role worldwide, particularly in the Global South, fluctuations under Trump’s policies could have far-reaching consequences.
