Donald Trump\u2019s second term began with chaos \u2014 mass government layoffs, rising egg prices, a shaky stock market, and escalating tariff wars. Yet despite the turbulence, his approval ratings held steady. Trump defended his aggressive policies in a speech to Congress, highlighting immigration crackdowns, deep budget cuts, and a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum that provoked retaliation from Canada and Europe.<\/p>\n
Polls show his approval averaging around 46%, slightly higher than his first-term average of 41%. A Reuters\/Ipsos survey gave him 44% approval in his first month, with immigration policies viewed favorably by 47% of respondents. An ABC News\/538 poll showed 47.7% approving of Trump\u2019s performance, though Congress received far lower marks.<\/p>\n
On trade, however, the numbers are harsher. A CNN\/SSRS poll revealed just 39% approved of Trump\u2019s handling of tariffs, with 61% disapproving. Still, he maintained stronger ratings on immigration (51%), the budget (48%), and the economy (45%).<\/p>\n
An Emerson College poll after his 50th day in office found 47% satisfied with his performance, 45% dissatisfied. Though slightly down from his early-term numbers, Trump\u2019s support remains resilient even as his tariff policies face sharp public criticism.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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