Despite early challenges, including mass firings, rising egg prices, a volatile stock market, and escalating global tariff wars, Donald Trump’s approval ratings remained stable during his first month in office. He imposed a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum, prompting retaliatory actions from Canada and Europe. Trump defended his policies, including his crackdown on immigration, government cuts, and tariff measures.
In his second term, Trump’s approval rating averaged 46%, slightly higher than his first term’s 41%. Polls, such as from Reuters/Ipsos, showed that 44% of Americans approved of his presidency, with 47% supporting his immigration policy. However, his handling of tariffs received only 39% approval, and his job performance faced mixed reviews in recent polls. The public’s opinion on Trump fluctuated due to economic factors like tariffs and stock market losses.
