President Donald Trump is facing growing challenges that could hurt his chances for re-election, just a few months into his second term.
A recent report on voter sentiments has revealed that two key issues — the economy and immigration — which were central to his campaign promises, are now becoming serious problems for him.
Trump’s approval ratings on both issues have significantly dropped, signaling a disconnect between his earlier promises and his actions as president. According to Axios, this shift could undermine the core of his political brand, built on being tough on borders and a sharp businessman.
On the economy, Trump’s approval rating has hit a new low. In a Reuters/Ipsos poll, only 37% of Americans approved of his handling of the economy, while a Pew Research Center survey put his approval at 40%.
Even more concerning, a majority of Americans said their financial situation had worsened. Despite his strong stance on border security and several high-profile deportations,
Trump’s approval rating on immigration has also suffered. A new YouGov/Economist poll revealed that his approval rating on immigration has fallen by 10 points in just one week, dropping to 45%.
This marks a significant loss of support compared to the time during Joe Biden’s presidency.
In the YouGov poll, half of the respondents agreed that Trump should facilitate the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a legal immigrant in Maryland who was mistakenly sent back to El Salvador.
Only 28% felt he should remain in El Salvador despite a court ruling that required his return to the U.S. This growing dissatisfaction from voters highlights the challenges Trump faces in managing the issues that were once considered his strongest points.
With these approvals on the decline, Trump’s political future could be at risk unless he can address these issues head-on.