CNN Poll: Trump’s approval at 100 days lower than any president in at least seven decades
Donald Trump's approval rating at the 100-day mark of his presidency is historically low, with only 41% of Americans approving of his performance, a decrease from earlier months. His approval ratings have significantly dropped among women, Hispanic Americans, and political independents, with economic issues like tariffs and inflation causing notable disapproval. The public's confidence in his handling of foreign affairs and immigration has also weakened, though he receives positive feedback on his handling of gender identity issues. Trump's approach to reshaping the arts and cultural institutions is largely seen as inappropriate, and his frequent use of executive orders has faced criticism and legal challenges. Despite these challenges, a slight majority believe his presidency will result in lasting changes, though opinions are divided on whether he has kept his campaign promises effectively.
Trump's 41% approval rating at 100 days is the lowest for any newly elected president since at least Dwight Eisenhower, including his own first term, with a significant decline in approval among women and Hispanic Americans.
His handling of economic issues, particularly tariffs and inflation, has seen a drop in approval, with only 39% approving of his economic management, marking a career low.
Public confidence in Trump's ability to manage foreign affairs has decreased, with only half of Americans expressing confidence, amid disapproval of his stance on Russia and foreign aid programs.
Trump's actions regarding immigration, which previously saw higher approval, now face declining ratings, with 45% approval and a drop in confidence from 60% to 53%.
While Trump's handling of gender identity issues receives a 51% approval rating, his efforts to influence arts and cultural institutions are largely unpopular, with 64% finding them inappropriate.
Trump's frequent use of executive orders, some of which have been legally challenged, has been criticized by both supporters and opponents for overstepping authority.
A majority of Americans believe Trump's second presidency will bring lasting changes, though they are divided on whether he is effectively keeping his campaign promises, with only 28% believing he has started to address national problems significantly.