As President Donald Trump nears his 100-day mark, new polls reveal a challenging start to his tenure—an approval rating of just 39%, the lowest for any newly elected president in more than seven decades.
Record-Low Ratings
The latest survey by ABC, The Washington Post and Ipsos, released Sunday, found 39% of respondents approve of Trump's performance, a drop of 6 points from February, while 55% disapprove. Only 21% expressed strong approval for his presidency, compared to 44% expressing strong disapproval.
Economic Worries Mount
With 72% of those surveyed saying Trump's economic policies are very or somewhat likely to cause a short-term recession and 73% labeling the economy bad, personal finances are under strain. Over half say the economy has worsened under his leadership, and 41% report their own financial situations deteriorating.
Tariffs and Market Ripples
More than 70% of respondents blame Trump's tariff strategy for rising prices. Just 36% support his trade policies, and 61% reject his broader approach to global economic relations. A separate CNN/SSRS poll released Sunday echoes these findings, showing a 41% approval rating—a 4-point drop from March and a 7-point drop since February—and only 22% expressing strong approval of his job performance. CNN analysts link this drop to his tariff policy, which has triggered market fluctuations and stoked price concerns.
Global Implications
The backlash against tariffs and market volatility highlights how domestic policy decisions can send shockwaves across worldwide markets. For young entrepreneurs, investors and global citizens, this underscores the interconnected nature of today’s economy.
As Trump's first 100 days draw to a close, these figures set the stage for a critical examination of policy decisions, leadership style and their far-reaching impacts.
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