Trump Hit With Bad Polling

Washington, D.C. – As President Donald J. Trump pushes forward with bold new tariffs and strong “America First” trade reforms, a new national poll shows mixed reactions — but don’t let the headlines fool you.

A recent Economist/YouGov survey, conducted April 5–8, reveals that 51% of Americans currently disapprove of the president’s job performance, while 43% express approval. That leaves Trump with a net approval rating of -8, a modest dip since the last survey just two weeks ago.

But here’s the catch: President Trump is still more popular now than at this same point in his first term — a fact the mainstream media often fails to mention.

Americans Respond to Trump’s Tough Trade Moves

The shift in polling comes shortly after President Trump unveiled sweeping new tariffs on foreign imports. These tariffs aim to correct decades of unfair trade deals that hurt American workers and industries. Unsurprisingly, countries like China have reacted with their own retaliatory taxes—but Trump is standing firm.

In a major announcement this week, the president introduced a 90-day pause on most tariffs—but only for nations that are actively working with his administration to negotiate fairer, pro-American trade deals.

“We’re putting America first. No more one-sided deals that sell out our jobs, our farms, and our future,” Trump said during a recent cabinet briefing.

Conservative Base Stays Loyal

While overall numbers show a dip, Trump’s conservative base remains rock-solid. Many see the president’s trade policy not as risky—but as long overdue.

In fact, the same poll shows Trump began his second term with higher approval than at any point during his first term, when he also sat at -8 early on—but fell further later in the year.

This proves what many already know: President Trump’s second-term momentum is real, and despite predictable backlash from globalists and left-wing media outlets, he remains focused on delivering results for the American people.

Key Takeaways for Patriots Over 50

• Trump’s job approval is holding steady compared to early first-term numbers
• The president is leading a historic effort to bring manufacturing and jobs back home
• New tariffs and trade reforms are designed to protect U.S. industries, farmers, and small businesses
• His base continues to stand behind him as he battles global economic forces and political elites

The poll surveyed 1,741 U.S. adults with a margin of error of ±3%, using an opt-in online panel.