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Donald Trump’s disapproval rating has reached his highest level since the start of his second term, according to new survey data.
Most recent Wall Street Journal/ Fabrizio, Lee and Associates Poll show that Trump’s disapproval rating reached 52%, against 51%in March, while his approval rating remained the same with 46%. The investigation was carried out between July 18 to 21 among 1,000 registered voters.
In other polls carried out before Trump’s second term, his disapproval rating varied from 46 to 51%.
Meanwhile, Trump’s personal favorability rating fell slightly, from 47% in March to 45% in July, and a majority of voters – 52% – continue to see it unfavorably.
With the drop in Trump’s popularity, voters’ feeling remains unstable, especially on the economy, most of the voters continuing to feel the financial pressure of inflation and to reject the key elements of Trump’s economic policy.
This occurs when inflation has started to increase, the annual price rate reaching 2.7% in June, against 2.4% in the previous month, according to the consumer price index. At the same time, the president’s economic approval rating remains 44%blocked, unchanged since March. The disapproval increased slightly, from 52% to 53%.
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Signs of recovery, but financial pressure persists
Nevertheless, public assessments of the economy have enlightened. In July, 47% of Americans described the economy as strong, compared to 36% in March. The share that called it low from 63% to 51%. Enimony perceptions have also changed: 38% now say that the economy is improving, against only 26% in March, while less believe that it worsens (46%, compared to 52%).
But these gains did not translate into personal relief. 57 to 58% of voters indicate that inflation and cost of living cause at least minor financial pressure. 31% additional say that this is not currently a problem, but could become one if prices are increasing more. 11% in July said it was not at all a concern.
Beyond inflation, Trump faces growing criticism of his pricing policies. Only 40% of voters approve of its approach to prices, while 57% disapprove of. The opposition is widespread: 56% oppose prices on Mexico and 53% reject the prices on the European Union.
Skepticism goes more deep than specific policies. Almost half of voters (48%) say that Trump’s economic approach will cause more harm than good, and a majority (52%) believe that it is not looking for the middle class.
Immigration attempt turns against the fires
The survey also shows that Trump’s aggressive immigration policies can undermine his own support.
According to the survey, its approval on the issue amounts to 48%, while 51% disapprove of, which gives it a net approval of -3 points.
It is despite a historical drop in illegal border crossings in June – highly attributed to its enlarged deportation efforts and its new detention measures. But the reports of aggressive application tactics, mass raids and development ICE The detention facilities – including temporary camps nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz” – have triggered unwell even among voters.
According to the survey, a majority – 51% – talk about its efforts to expel undocumented immigrants have gone too far. But when they are specifically questioned illegal immigration, views were slightly more favorable: 51% approve how he managed it, against 49% who disapprove of.
National mood still downbeat
In the midst of concerns about the economy and immigration, most Americans remain pessimistic about the country’s trajectory. In July, only 39% said the United States was heading in the right direction, while 55% said it was on the wrong track – slightly worse than the 41/51 division seen in March.
Meanwhile, Trump saw his approval ratings go to the national level of the second mandate. Newsweek Approval Tracker currently places Trump at a net note minus 10, with 43% of American Americans and 53% disapproving. This is one of its lowest net approval scores in recent weeks.
The most recent survey of Marquette University shows 45% approval and 55% disapproval, a net note of -10, down two points compared to -8 in May. This is the lowest note that Marquette recorded for Trump in her second term.
Similarly, Navigator Research noted its approval at 42%, with 54% disapproving, marking a net approval of -12 – a drop of four points compared to June and also its worst Navigator note since its return to functions.
More dramatic drops appear in the latest Gallup survey, which shows that Trump with only 37% approval and 58% disapproval -a net note of -21, against -17 last month. The Bullfinch group also reports display support, Trump, 41% approval and 55% disapproval, a net note of -14, slightly down compared to -13 in June.
