As of April 2025, President Donald Trump is experiencing historically low approval ratings during the first 100 days of his second term, marking the lowest for any U.S. president at this stage since World War II. A Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll indicates only 39% of Americans approve of his performance, with 55% disapproving. Similarly, a CNN-SSRS poll reports a 41% approval rating, underscoring a significant decline in public support.
This downturn is largely attributed to controversial policy decisions, notably the implementation of broad tariffs on major trading partners, which have led to market disruptions and increased consumer prices. Public skepticism is evident, with 48% of respondents feeling financially worse off due to these policies, while only 19% feel better served.
Demographically, the decline is pronounced among women, with only 36% expressing approval, and Hispanic Americans, at 28%. Despite these figures, President Trump maintains strong support among Republicans, with approximately 90% approval within the party.
In response to these polls, President Trump has criticized the media outlets conducting them, alleging bias and labeling the surveys as “sick” and unreliable. He has called for investigations into what he describes as election fraud, reflecting his contentious relationship with the press.
These approval ratings are notably lower than those of his predecessors at similar points in their presidencies, highlighting the unique challenges and public perception issues facing the Trump administration during this period.
