Polls Show Divided Views on Trump's Job Approval Amid Economic Concerns

Recent polling indicates mixed sentiments regarding President Donald Trump's approval ratings, with some surveys showing him slightly above water while others reflect a majority disapproval. A Harvard poll reports that 48% of voters approve of Trump's job, with his immigration policies garnering the highest support, while only 41% approve of his handling of inflation and tariffs. Conversely, a University of Massachusetts Amherst poll shows 51% disapproval, particularly tied to perceptions of his economic management, with 62% believing he is mishandling inflation. The CBS News poll reveals a 6-point net negative approval for Trump, with 54% of respondents attributing economic issues to his policies over those of former President Biden. Despite this, a significant majority view Trump's tariffs as a negotiation tool rather than a permanent fixture in trade policy. The divide in opinions reflects broader partisan lines, complicating Trump's ability to maintain support amidst economic concerns.