President Donald Trump has received commendable approval ratings just weeks into his second term, as revealed in a new survey.
CNBC reported that a new CBS News/YouGov poll found that 53% of American adults endorse Trump’s handling of his presidential duties, highlighting significant public opinion regarding his management of crucial issues.
Trump's recent approval ratings signify a high point in his political career. The CBS News/YouGov poll, conducted with 2,175 participants between Wednesday and Friday last week, reflects a snapshot of public sentiment regarding Trump's early initiatives in his second term.
This survey carries a margin of error of plus or minus 2.5 percentage points and paints a vivid picture of the divided public opinion on the president’s current policies.
A significant 70% of participants noted that Trump is following through on the commitments made during the last campaign. In comparison to recent measures from organizations like Gallup and Pew, Trump's approval ratings in the CBS poll stand out more favorably. The respondents described Trump as “effective,” “focused,” “tough,” “competent,” and “energetic.”
While many respondents praised Trump’s characteristics, not all views were positive. Only 37% perceive him as "compassionate," indicating a softer side may be lacking in the view of some Americans. Additionally, there are apprehensions regarding economic dynamics under Trump's policies, with 51% anticipating a rise in food and grocery prices.
The poll results spotlight the public’s concerns about the administration's economic strategies. While 73% of those surveyed anticipate that new tariffs would generally escalate prices, opinions regarding their impact on employment vary.
Only 32% think tariffs will foster job creation, while 34% believe they will result in job losses, and another 34% foresee no resultant change in the job market.
Trump’s tariff policies continue to polarize opinions. Although majorities oppose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and Europe, there is backing for certain measures. A slight majority, 56%, support implementing new tariffs on China. Such figures reveal contrasting views on international trade policies and their perceived effects on the U.S. economy.
The president's decision to issue pardons related to the January 6 Capitol riot faced significant resistance. The poll indicates that 58% of respondents disapproved of these pardons.
In contrast, Trump's stances on issues such as immigration received more positive assessments. Support for deporting undocumented immigrants stood at 59%, suggesting favor for stricter immigration control.
In conjunction with stricter immigration measures, 64% showed support for deploying U.S. troops along the southern border to prevent illegal crossings. This stance aligns with Trump’s campaign promises for heightened border security, reflecting public backing for enforcement-driven immigration policies.
Looking at Trump’s foreign policy, his handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict gathered a 54% approval rating. This shows that a fair portion of Americans endorse the administration’s approach in the Middle East, although some remain skeptical or undecided over the effectiveness of such measures.
In terms of domestic management, viewpoints about the newly established Department of Government Efficiency are mixed.
There is no clear consensus regarding its authority and influence. However, there is a prevailing sentiment that Trump's administration is making the right movements toward reducing government spending, foreign aid, and diversity programs.
As the administration embarks on its new term, it faces the ongoing challenge of balancing compliance with campaign promises against public opinion.
The mixed results in this CBS poll reflect the multifaceted reactions to Trump’s early actions in this term, indicating that while support remains robust in certain areas, some policies continue to draw skepticism.
Trump’s approval ratings hinge on multiple fronts, from aggressive border security actions to trade and economic policies. As these policies unfold, ongoing public opinion monitoring will provide clearer insights into how the administration’s approach is perceived.
