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Trump's Approval Falls to 40% Amid Economic and Immigration Concerns
President Trump’s approval drops to 40%—his lowest in term two—as concerns grow over his handling of immigration and the economy. Only 3% of Democrats approve.
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by News Desk
2025-07-30
Trump's Approval Falls to 40% Amid Economic and Immigration Concerns

President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped to 40%, marking the lowest point of his second term, as discontent grows among Americans over his handling of immigration and the economy, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll.

The nationwide poll, conducted over three days and concluded on Monday, surveyed 1,023 U.S. adults and comes with a margin of error of 3 percentage points. Trump’s rating has slipped from 41% in mid-July, reflecting deepening polarization and public unease over key policy issues.

Sharp Partisan Divide

The data reveals a nation deeply divided:

·       83% of Republicans support Trump’s performance.

·       Only 3% of Democrats approve.

·       About one-third of independents back him.

Trump, who campaigned on promises to boost the economy and tighten immigration policies, is receiving mixed reviews on both fronts.

Immigration Approval Falls

Immigration, once a core strength for Trump during his 2024 re-election campaign, is now turning into a liability.
In March, nearly half of Americans supported Trump’s immigration policies. Today, support has dropped significantly. A CNN/SSRS poll found that 55% of U.S. adults now believe Trump has gone too far in deporting undocumented immigrants—up 10 points since February.

“I understand wanting to get rid of illegal immigrants, but the way that’s being done is very aggressive,” said Donovan Baldwin, 18, from North Carolina. “And that’s why people are protesting—it comes off as aggression. It’s not right.”

Economic Concerns Persist

The poll shows a slight uptick in economic approval, with 38% now approving of Trump’s economic handling, compared to 35% in mid-July. However, this remains far below his first-term numbers.

A CNN poll noted that many Americans feel no personal benefit from Trump’s economic policies, and concerns persist over the impact of tariffs, which many see as hurting American businesses and consumers.

Supporters Still Hopeful

Despite falling numbers, some voters remain hopeful. Brian Nichols, 58, from New Mexico, voted for Trump in 2024 and continues to back him, albeit with reservations.

“We put him into office for a reason, and we should be trusting that he’s doing the job for the best of America,” Nichols said. He expressed concerns about Trump’s style, particularly his social media behavior and unpredictable tariff policies, but believes in his broader mission.

The Road Ahead

With public sentiment shifting and key issues like immigration and the economy under scrutiny, Trump’s administration faces mounting pressure as he navigates his second term. These approval trends could signal broader electoral consequences ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

 
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