President Trump's Economic Policies and Trade Negotiations
President Trump's poll numbers on the economy have fallen as his administration continues trade negotiations on his wide-ranging reciprocal tariffs approach. Approximately 55% of Americans think Trump’s policies have worsened economic conditions, with concerns about the cost of living and potential recession. Most Americans believe Trump's tariffs will hurt the economy in both the short and long term. The administration is working on tax cuts and deregulation to address market disturbances.
Key Points
- 55% of Americans think Trump’s policies have worsened economic conditions
- 60% believe Trump’s policies have affected the cost of living
- 75% believe Trump's tariffs will hurt the U.S. economy in the short term
- 69% believe it is likely the U.S. economy will go into a recession in the next year
Pros
- Efforts to address market disturbances through tax cuts and deregulation
- Focus on renegotiating trade deals to benefit the American people
Cons
- Declining poll numbers on the economy
- Majority of Americans believe Trump's policies have worsened economic conditions