Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Trump's Approval Drops to 43% Amid Economic Fears

4/12/2025

31 6

Summary

Story summary

President Donald Trump's approval rating has plummeted to 43%, with 51% disapproving of his leadership. This decline stems from widespread discontent with his economic policies and tariffs, as a staggering 72% of Americans fear these tariffs could jeopardize the economy, heightening anxieties about rising costs and a looming recession.

1 of 1

Story summary

President Donald Trump's approval rating has plummeted to 43%, with 51% disapproving of his leadership. This decline stems from widespread discontent with his economic policies and tariffs, as a staggering 72% of Americans fear these tariffs could jeopardize the economy, heightening anxieties about rising costs and a looming recession.