Trump Leadership Drives US Popularity Down Across 15 Allied Nations

A new Pew Research Center survey across 24 countries reveals a significant decline in global approval of the United States and confidence in President Donald Trump since his return to office. Favorability towards the U.S. has dropped markedly in most surveyed countries, with especially sharp declines in Mexico, Sweden, Poland, and Canada—Mexico's positive ratings fell from 61% to 29%. Only a third of respondents worldwide express confidence in Trump as a world leader, with majorities in most countries describing him as 'arrogant' and 'dangerous,' and showing little faith in his ability to handle issues like immigration, the Ukraine war, U.S.-China relations, and climate change. However, positive views of both the U.S. and Trump persist in a few countries, notably Israel, Nigeria, Kenya, Hungary, and India. The survey highlights growing skepticism of Trump's 'America First' policies and his approach to traditional allies, even though his international standing is somewhat higher than during his first term. The methodology involved over 28,000 adults, using a mix of phone and face-to-face interviews, ensuring a representative snapshot of global opinion.