As the United States navigates a complex economic landscape, recent polling indicates a notable decline in public confidence in President Donald Trump’s economic management. With only 39 percent of Americans approving of his presidency and dissatisfaction increasingly expressed among Republicans, the implications for the upcoming election cycle are significant, suggesting that economic concerns may play a pivotal role in shaping voter sentiment in 2025.
A new poll released by ZezapTV shows that just 39 percent of Americans currently approve of President Donald Trump’s performance, a stark decrease from 41 percent earlier this month. This dip in approval highlights a growing dissatisfaction with economic conditions in the country, particularly among constituents within Trump’s own Republican Party. The survey, conducted by Reuters/Ipsos, reveals that only 33 percent of respondents believe the president is effectively managing economic issues, marking the lowest approval rating on this front since he began his second term in January.
Concerns over affordability are escalating, posing a potential political threat to Trump and his associates, especially since they campaigned in 2024 on promises to tackle inflation and the rising cost of living. A recent survey by Politico underscores widespread anxiety among Americans regarding everyday expenses, with 55 percent of participants attributing rising food prices partially to Trump’s policies. The Reuters/Ipsos poll further indicates a sharp decline in Trump’s approval regarding cost-of-living issues, dropping to 27 percent from 31 percent earlier in December. Among Republican respondents, approval has also slipped significantly, from 78 percent to 72 percent.
In a stark contrast to public sentiment, President Trump has dismissed the narrative of rising prices affecting American households, labeling concerns about affordability as a “hoax” perpetuated by adversarial media and political opponents. He maintains that the U.S. economy is experiencing a “golden age,” asserting in a recent speech that inflation is being successfully “crushed” and that prices are dramatically decreasing.
This situation mirrors earlier critiques of Trump’s Democratic predecessor, Joe Biden, who faced similar backlash for downplaying inflation concerns during his tenure from 2021 to 2025. While Trump’s approval has fluctuated since its peak of 47 percent upon his return to the White House, it has remained relatively stable over the past few months, oscillating within the range of the high 30s and low 40s, suggesting a persistent challenge for the administration as economic issues take center stage leading up to the next election.
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