Why Donald Trump’s approval rating is falling in the polls

WorldPolitics
27 Apr 2025 • 9:18 PM MYT
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  • A new AP-NORC poll reveals that 52 per cent of Americans rate Donald Trump's second term as either "terrible" or "poor."
  • While about 30 per cent rate his performance as "good" or "great," indicating solid support from his base, his overall approval rating stands at 40 per cent.
  • Many Americans, including some Republicans, disapprove of Trump's priorities, particularly regarding foreign policy, trade, and the economy.
  • Despite some Republicans expressing satisfaction with Trump's fulfillment of campaign promises, his approval rating among Republicans has dipped since January.
  • Democrats express heightened disapproval of Trump's second term, with many feeling he is making consistently poor decisions.

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