In recent weeks, the proportion of voters expressing disapproval of President Trump’s performance has increased as more individuals scrutinize the administration’s approach to the economy.
A recent poll from Emerson College indicates that 47% of voters approve of Trump’s performance, while 45% disapprove. This marks a 2-point rise in the disapproval rating compared to last week, alongside a 1-point decrease in his approval rating.
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“As President Trump approaches his first 50 days in office, his approval has slipped from 49%-41% to 47%-45%, showing a country that is quite divided,” stated Spencer Kimball, executive director of Emerson College Polling. “While voters haven’t yet felt the economic impact, Trump’s support remains firm. The true test will be how voters view their financial prospects. Even though not much has changed since the election, the initial ‘honeymoon phase’ appears to be waning.
“Support for Trump’s immigration policy is notably strong; however, disapproval arises regarding his economic strategies, with concerns that tariffs may hinder growth and skepticism surrounding his cryptocurrency policies,” Kimball elaborated.
Trump’s highest approval ratings come from immigration policy management at 48% approval compared to 40% disapproval, while his lowest ratings are in the economic sector, with 48% disapproving versus 37% approving.
Regarding efforts to balance the federal budget—a pivotal point in the Elon Musk-led DOGE cuts—43% of respondents approve of Trump’s performance, whereas 39% disapprove.
A plurality of 46% of voters believe Trump’s economic policies are worsening the economy, while 28% feel they are improving it, and 26% think there are no effects or that it’s too early to determine. In comparison to a year ago, 39% reported that their financial situations have worsened, 37% stated they remain the same, and 24% said they are better off now.
The national survey conducted by Emerson College Polling took place from March 8-10 among a sample of 1,000 registered voters, with a margin of error of plus/minus 3 percentage points.
