Trump's poll collapse: Voters are disappointed with his policies!

Trump's poll collapse: Voters are disappointed with his policies!

In a political climate characterized by uncertain poll numbers and growing criticism, US President Donald Trump is faced with a serious problem after almost 100 days in office. According to reports from derwesten.de His approval rating has fallen to 44 percent, a decrease of five points from March. These numbers are particularly alarming because they are below the approval ratings of his predecessors such as Joe Biden, Barack Obama and George W. Bush, who had higher ratings during their time in office.

A central point of contention is Trump's customs policy, which is causing uncertainty around the world. Surveys show that 59 percent of voters are dissatisfied with this policy, and other areas such as the economy, foreign policy and combating inflation also receive poor ratings. The majority of 55 percent of citizens, however, support his measures to secure the border. These mixed messages also question Trump's credibility, especially after he imposed drastic tariffs in early April that led to a significant decline in the stock market, including a loss of almost a quarter of the Nasdaq index, as rnd.de reported.

Dissatisfaction and public criticism

Dissatisfaction with Trump's policies is becoming increasingly noticeable. Political scientist Klemens Fischer said that many voters are beginning to question Trump's big campaign promises and complained that the president's policies do not seem to be influenced by his poll numbers. Of voters who reject his economic policies, 56 percent are convinced that it is time for a new course.

Despite these growing concerns, Trump remains active in polarizing public relations. On his Truth Social platform, he commented on Rupert Murdoch and Fox News and criticized the channel's pollsters' "misjudgment" of his "MAGA" movement. “We are struggling, but this is not the end,” Trump said.

Global tensions and economic impacts

The effects of Trump's policies are not only felt nationally. Relations with China are strained, exacerbated by a trade war initiated by Trump. Energy market researchers fear that falling demand for American products could further increase the trade deficit. The trade deficit rose in the first months of Trump's term. What is particularly alarming is that the US ran a deficit of almost $300 billion last year in goods trade, particularly with China, while there is a surplus in services.

The Economic Policy Uncertainty Index has risen above the coronavirus pandemic level since Trump took office and consumer confidence has also shown a decline. This could have significant consequences for the economic growth of the United States. While Trump is trying to make up ground with his policies, the pressure on him to deliver quick results is also growing.

The pressure on the president is increasing, and with it the question of whether he can still turn things around. The next few months will be crucial to see whether Trump will be able to regain lost support and overcome the challenges of his second term.