President Trump’s first 100 days in office have led to mixed feelings among voters, according to a recent NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. As he aimed to fulfill his campaign promises on immigration and the economy, many Americans are expressing dissatisfaction with his performance.
Currently, Trump’s approval rating stands at 42%. When asked to evaluate his first hundred days, 45% of respondents gave him a failing grade. This sentiment is particularly strong among Democrats, with 80% rating him poorly. However, only 5% of Republicans feel the same way. Independents, a crucial voting bloc, are also critical; nearly half of them assigned Trump an F.
One independent voter, Michael Curwin from Michigan, shared his thoughts. He voted for Biden four years ago but switched to Trump this time. Curwin rated Trump a B but expressed concerns about the president’s approach to the economy. He noted that many voters may not have fully understood what they were getting with Trump. Curwin feels that Trump is moving too quickly on issues, which could impact the economy negatively.
The economy was a strong point for Trump during his campaign, but now 55% of adults disapprove of how he is handling it. This includes 60% of independents and 17% of Republicans. Curwin, who initially supported Trump for his economic policies, is disappointed that prices remain high.
Trump’s recent tariff policies may be contributing to this discontent. Many Americans are still recovering from significant market drops after he announced steep tariffs on various countries. Although he has rolled back some tariffs, nearly 60% of Americans believe these measures harm the U.S. economy.
Immigration remains a central issue for Trump. While most Democrats and independents disapprove of his immigration policies, 87% of Republicans believe he is keeping his promise to reduce illegal immigration. This support extends to controversial cases, such as the handling of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, where over 70% of Republicans approve of Trump’s actions, despite court orders to the contrary.
On the judicial front, a significant majority of Americans, 85%, agree that Trump should comply with federal court rulings. This includes nearly 80% of Republicans. Abby Smith, an attorney from Texas, expressed mixed feelings about this issue. She wants to respect court orders but also feels some rulings are unreasonable.
As Trump continues his presidency, these early days have set a challenging tone. His ability to address economic concerns and uphold judicial decisions may shape his future support among voters.