Trump’s Approval Rating: A Slipping Trend Amid Trade Wars and Economic Concerns
As of April 2025, President Donald Trump's approval ratings have taken a noticeable dip, reflecting a growing unease among Americans about the state of the economy, trade wars, and inflation. While Trump enjoyed a strong start to his second term, hitting his highest approval ratings in early 2025, a series of controversial actions, including the imposition of tariffs on multiple countries, have caused his numbers to slide.
Rasmussen Reports, which tracks Trump's approval on a daily basis, reported a steady rating of over 50% for much of his presidency until April 3rd. However, after announcing sweeping tariffs—including a 54% tariff on China—Trump’s approval rating dropped. By the beginning of April, his approval had decreased to 47%, with a disapproval rating of 51%. Other polls, such as Harvard CAPS/Harris, show similar trends, with a slight decline from 52% to 49% in Trump's favorability over the course of the past month. Despite this, Trump still holds a narrow edge over disapproval, showing that a significant portion of the electorate still supports his job performance.
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Polls also reflect that Trump remains more favorable than his predecessor, President Joe Biden, in certain areas. According to recent surveys, 54% of voters believe Trump handled certain aspects of governance better than Biden, particularly in immigration, where Trump holds a 48% approval rating compared to Biden's more mixed performance.
However, concerns about the country’s direction have grown in tandem with these shifts. In a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll, only 22% of respondents felt the country was headed in the right direction. Additionally, there are deep concerns about inflation and economic issues such as the rising cost of goods, which 47% of people identify as their biggest concern. This is compounded by a general disapproval of Trump’s handling of the economy, with only 40% approving his actions on economic matters according to Quinnipiac University.
The tariffs, in particular, have caused waves of dissatisfaction. Despite Trump's repeated assertions that tariffs will benefit American workers, a significant portion of voters—nearly 45%—believe that tariffs have a negative impact on the economy. Many Americans, particularly in the manufacturing and consumer goods sectors, are feeling the sting of higher prices on imported goods. In fact, close to three-quarters of those polled expect these tariffs to hurt the U.S. economy in the short term, with many fearing long-term repercussions as well.
Even within Trump's base, concerns are starting to emerge about his economic policies. While his approval rating remains above 40%, it's clear that there’s growing frustration among voters, particularly over trade and inflation. As he continues to push for tariffs and tax cuts, Trump’s approval rating may face additional scrutiny if the economy continues to struggle. The next few months will likely be crucial in determining whether he can regain momentum or if these concerns will further erode his support.
So, while Trump still maintains a sizable approval rating, it’s clear that the combination of trade wars, tariffs, and economic fears is having an impact on public opinion. The path forward for Trump may hinge on how effectively he can address these concerns while navigating the complexities of international trade and domestic economic pressures.
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