New Pew Poll: Trump’s Approval Drops, Key Policies Face Strong Public Disapproval
New Pew Poll: Trump’s Approval Drops, Key Policies Face Strong Public Disapproval
A newly released Pew Research Center survey, conducted from August 4 to 10, 2025, reveals a significant decline in public approval for President Donald Trump just six months into his second term. The poll indicates that only 38% of Americans approve of his job performance, while 60% disapprove, marking a notable drop from earlier in his presidency.
The survey highlights strong public opposition to key administration initiatives. A substantial 61% of Americans disapprove of Trump’s tariff policies. Similarly, the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” a major tax and spending law signed on July 4, 2025, faces considerable disapproval, with 46% against it compared to just 32% in favor. While partisan divides are evident, Democratic disapproval for these policies significantly outweighs Republican support.
Furthermore, the poll shows that a majority of Americans (53%) believe President Trump is making the federal government work worse, with only 27% believing he is improving it. This negative sentiment has deepened even among Republicans and Republican-leaning independents since his inauguration, though Democrats show even stronger disapproval.
Beyond policy, public assessments of Trump’s personal traits have also grown more negative. Fewer Americans now view him as caring about ordinary people, a good role model, or mentally sharp, compared to his 2024 campaign. Confidence in his handling of critical issues like the Ukraine-Russia war and the Jeffrey Epstein investigation also remains low, with widespread distrust in the administration’s statements regarding the latter.
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