Trump's Economic Struggles Weigh on Republican Supporters

Fri Jan 16 2026 18:04:03 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

A recent AP-NORC survey reveals that many Republicans are dissatisfied with Trump's handling of the economy as they期待d significant improvements following his re-election.

As Trump enters the second year of his second term, a poll shows a stark decline in Republican approval regarding his economic leadership, with only 16% feeling he has made a major positive impact on the cost of living. While the president maintains strong support among his base for immigration policies, concerns about his effectiveness on the economy are rising. Many feel that costs remain high and job creation is not improving as promised. Nonetheless, two-thirds believe the country is doing better under Trump, even if their personal situations are stagnant.

NEW YORK (AP) — Nearly a year into his second term, President Donald Trump’s work on the economy hasn’t lived up to the expectations of many people in his own party, according to a new AP-NORC survey.

The poll reveals signs of weakness among consumers on the economy, especially Trump’s core campaign promise to reduce costs. Inflation has cooled somewhat, but prices on many goods are higher than they were when the Republican president took office last January.

Currently, only 16% of Republicans believe Trump has significantly improved the cost of living. This is a sharp decrease from 49% during his first term. Concerns about expenses have been echoed by voters, with individuals expressing that their salaries and medical bills have not decreased at all.

While Trump enjoys substantial approval ratings for his immigration policies, his overall economic reputation is faltering. Just 38% of U.S. adults approve of Trump’s immigration leadership, but support among Republicans remains relatively unchanged.

Despite dissatisfaction with economic management, two-thirds of Republicans feel the country is better off now compared to when Trump took office, suggesting a complex relationship between national sentiment and personal financial realities.