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TEHRAN – U.S. President Donald Trump is facing a new wave of negative economic polls, indicating that a significant portion of voters are dissatisfied with his administration\u2019s handling of financial and livelihood issues. This growing dissatisfaction, reflected increasingly in public data, could directly impact his political standing, especially ahead of the November 2026 midterm elections.<\/p>\n
Trump\u2019s return to the White House in 2024 began with promises of restoring economic prosperity, but global challenges and domestic pressures have presented citizens with a different economic reality. The undeniable fact is that Trump has largely failed in implementing his trade-tariff wars, which has negatively affected domestic economic indicators across the United States.<\/p>\n
Recent polls show that voters prioritize the economy, making it the administration\u2019s main vulnerability. According to a new YouGov and CBS News survey\u2014one of the most reputable polls of the period\u2014the economy is now the most important factor in evaluating Trump\u2019s performance. Significantly, 77% believe that Trump is \u201cnot doing enough\u201d to combat inflation and improve the overall economy, reflecting a perceived failure in economic policy implementation. Furthermore, 64% of respondents generally disapprove of Trump\u2019s economic policies\u2014the lowest approval rating during his second term to date\u2014highlighting a stark gap with his supporters\u2019 initial expectations.<\/p>\n
The survey, conducted between November 19\u201321, 2025, relates directly to everyday life, indicating that policy effects on household budgets are tangible. According to the study, 65% of people believe current Trump policies\u2014including full implementation of new tariffs and domestic subsidies\u2014have led to higher food prices. Meanwhile, the White House argues that prices are stabilizing and that rising rates are driven by global supply chain disruptions caused by geopolitical developments.<\/p>\n
Concerns are not limited to inflation. Only 32% of citizens rate the overall national economy as \u201cgood,\u201d down from 38% at the start of his second term in January 2025. A key factor reflected in these statistics is the Federal Reserve\u2019s high interest rates, which remain elevated to control inflation despite government pressure.<\/p>\n
In response, the White House has sought to take a defensive stance, emphasizing ongoing challenges and the economic legacy of the previous administration. White House spokesperson Kush Desai told Newsweek: \u201cOvercoming Joe Biden\u2019s economic disaster from day one has been President Trump\u2019s top priority. He inherited runaway inflation and weak infrastructure from the prior administration. We are implementing structural reforms. The administration continues to pursue policies to reduce inflation and increase real wages, ensuring the best is yet to come in his second term.\u201d<\/p>\n
The White House also highlighted domestic energy investments aimed at reducing reliance on fuel imports, though economic analysts warn that their impact on final gas and fuel prices will not be significant before the 2026 elections. However, current polls do not confirm this claim.<\/p>\n
The economy has always been a decisive factor in U.S. presidential and midterm elections. While Trump pledged to curb inflation during his campaign, his protective policies and trade tariffs on major partners like China and the EU have faced serious economic and commercial criticism.<\/p>\n
The significance of these statistics will become evident in the November 2026 midterms, where Republicans hold a slim House majority. Any erosion in support could jeopardize the party\u2019s legislative agenda. A decline in Trump\u2019s popularity could lead to voter losses in key districts and potentially cost the GOP control of both chambers. Meanwhile, Democrats are likely to leverage these numbers as a central campaign tool, focusing on income inequality and the administration\u2019s inability to control living costs. Their messaging will likely center on \u201can economy for ordinary people, not just big corporations.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p>\n