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Majority of Americans Disapprove of Trump's Leadership Choices

12/21/2025

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump is viewed by 54% of Americans as overstepping authority in his first year back in office.
His approval rating is 40%, unchanged since October.
Disapproval rates include 55% for trade, 57% for economic management, and 54% for immigration.
Sixty-four percent of voters view the rising cost of living as a serious concern.
Sixty-five percent disapprove of Trump's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump is viewed by 54% of Americans as overstepping authority in his first year back in office.
His approval rating is 40%, unchanged since October.
Disapproval rates include 55% for trade, 57% for economic management, and 54% for immigration.
Sixty-four percent of voters view the rising cost of living as a serious concern.
Sixty-five percent disapprove of Trump's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.