Majority of Americans disapprove of Trump's job performance amid tariff disputes

In the United States, recent polls have highlighted growing discontent among voters regarding President Donald Trump's job performance, particularly in relation to trade policies and tariffs. The surveys, conducted in late March 2025, indicate that a significant portion of the population perceives Trump's handling of tariffs and his approach to trade negotiations unfavorably. For example, a poll from AP-NORC conducted among 1,229 adults revealed that 56% expressed disapproval of Trump's overall performance. Additionally, Morning Consult's poll of 2,210 registered voters showed a more nuanced view, with Trump's approval rating at 47% and an overall disapproval of 50%. This marked a slight improvement in disapproval ratings for Trump as compared to earlier polls in March, where figures were as low as 44% approval and 51% disapproval. Despite this recent uptick, the dissatisfaction surrounding Trump's tariff policies is a critical focus, especially as new tariffs were being imposed on several U.S. trading partners including Canada, Mexico, and China. Many economists and analysts are concerned about the long-term impacts of these trade decisions on the economy and the potential for further political backlash. Overall, these polls underline a pervasive sentiment among the electorate that has ramifications for Trump's second term, as he navigates complex trade dynamics and mounting criticism from both political opposition and a segment of his base that is becoming increasingly wary of his policies.