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Trump's Economic Approval Hits Record Low Amid Shutdown

10/19/2025

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Summary

Trump's Economic Struggles

The CNBC All-America Economic Survey finds President Donald Trump has 42% approval and 55% disapproval on the economy, for a net -13, the lowest in CNBC surveys during his presidency.
Fifty-three percent blame President Donald Trump and Republicans for the economic fallout from the ongoing government shutdown, while 37% blame Democrats.
Seventy-two percent rate the economy as fair or poor.
Forty-six percent fear a worsening economy next year.

History

Historical Context

The Great Recession, which officially lasted from December 2007 to June 2009, was triggered by the collapse of the U.S. housing bubble and the subprime mortgage crisis. Unemployment peaked at 10% in October 2009, leading to widespread economic discontent. This turmoil contributed to political shifts, including the rise of populism, influencing voter behavior and policy decisions in subsequent elections.

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Trump's Economic Struggles

The CNBC All-America Economic Survey finds President Donald Trump has 42% approval and 55% disapproval on the economy, for a net -13, the lowest in CNBC surveys during his presidency.
Fifty-three percent blame President Donald Trump and Republicans for the economic fallout from the ongoing government shutdown, while 37% blame Democrats.
Seventy-two percent rate the economy as fair or poor.
Forty-six percent fear a worsening economy next year.

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