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What Americans Really Think About Donald J. Trump: New Polls Reveal Deep Divides and Growing Discontent
In 2025, public opinion toward President Donald J. Trump remains sharply polarized — and growing more negative among broad swaths of Americans. Recent polls reveal widening dissatisfaction with his presidency, even as devoted supporters remain loyal.
📉 Approval Ratings Slip to New Lows
Several recent nationwide surveys report declining approval of Trump’s overall job performance:
- According to a November 2025 poll by YouGov in collaboration with The Economist, only 38% of U.S. adults approve of Trump’s performance, while 57% disapprove, marking one of the worst approval ratings of his second term. today.yougov.com
- A separate national survey conducted by Marquette Law School in July 2025 found Trump’s approval at 45%, with disapproval at 55%. law.marquette.edu
- In a poll by PRRI (American Values Survey) from late 2025, 56% of Americans disapproved of his job as president, with only 42% approving. PRRI
The data suggest a steady downward trend: while Trump retains core support among Republicans, independents — and many who are likely swing voters — appear increasingly disillusioned.
⚖️ Policy-by-Policy: Mixed Views
Public sentiment about specific policies under Trump show deep splits and broad dissatisfaction:
- On trade and tariffs, a 2025 poll from Pew Research Center found 59% of Americans disapprove of the tariff increases introduced by the administration, while 39% approve. Pew Research Center+1
- The same survey showed 55% disapprove of recent cuts to federal agencies and departments, compared with 44% who support such cuts. Pew Research Center+1
- Regarding executive power, over half of Americans (51%) said Trump is using executive orders too liberally — setting policy without proper democratic checks. Pew Research Center+1
Some policies draw support from certain segments — especially among Republicans and parts of the independent electorate — but overall, many Americans express concern that these decisions may have long-term negative consequences.
🧭 Deep Divisions: Partisanship, Ideology, and Uneven Support
Public opinion remains deeply influenced by party loyalty and demographics:
- In the PRRI poll, 86% of Republicans supported Trump’s job performance, while only 8% of Democrats did. Among independents, support hovered at around 32%. PRRI
- Religious affiliation and media trust also played a role: for example, white evangelical Protestants showed much higher approval rates than religiously unaffiliated Americans. PRRI+1
- Even within supporters, there is sometimes ambivalence: in a 2025 survey by Marquette Law School Poll, many individuals who backed some of Trump’s policies expressed discomfort with his style, tone, or use of power. law.marquette.edu+1
In short: for many Americans, support for Trump is not unconditional — it’s increasingly conditional on specific issues, and many are questioning whether those issues outweigh deeper concerns about governance, democratic norms, and the country’s direction.
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😟 What Worries Americans: Democracy, Economy, and National Direction
Polling shows that for a growing share of the public, the biggest concerns are not just policy-based — but existential:
- In a major 2025 survey, a majority of Americans said they believe the country is heading in the wrong direction. The Guardian+2uml.edu+2
- Concerns over the expansion of presidential power are widespread: a large portion of the public is uneasy about the extensive use of executive orders, and fears about authoritarian drift are rising. Pew Research Center+2Ipsos+2
- Economic skepticism is also growing. As tariff hikes and budget cuts bite, many Americans worry that living costs are rising, government services are shrinking, and economic gains remain elusive. The Guardian+2The Associated Press+2
For many citizens beyond the Republican base, 2025 is no longer just about partisan loyalty — it’s increasingly about values: fairness, stability, democratic norms, economic security, and hopes for the country’s future.
🔮 What This Means for America’s Political Future
The polling data from late 2025 suggest a turning point:
- While Trump continues to maintain a devoted base, his overall popularity is slipping — especially among independents and those who don’t identify strongly with either major party.
- Policy decisions such as tariffs, government cuts, and aggressive executive actions are increasingly divisive and often unpopular with the broader public.
- Growing discontent with Trump’s leadership style, concerns about democratic institutions, and anxiety about the economy could reshape American political alignment — particularly if economic conditions worsen or political polarization deepens.
In short: many Americans are still watching, still judging, and increasingly reconsidering whether the promise of “strong leadership” outweighs worries over democracy, equity, and long-term stability.
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