Politics
Trump’s Approval Numbers Just Shifted
By Jake Beardslee · May 17, 2025
Poll Shows Approval Uptick for Trump After Recent Slump
President Donald Trump’s approval rating is seeing an uptick after several weeks of decline, according to new polling data. The latest RMG Research survey shows 52% of voters approve of Trump's performance, while 48% disapprove, giving him a net approval of +4—the highest since his introduction of “Liberation Day” tariffs in early April. The White House / Wikimedia
Support Rebounds as Trump’s Base Appears to Stabilize
The poll, conducted from May 7–15 among 3,000 registered voters, represents a 4-point improvement from early May. While not a dramatic surge, the shift suggests a stabilization of Trump’s base following market turbulence and economic anxieties tied to his aggressive trade policies. The White House / Wikimedia
Modest Polling Gain, But Economic Concerns Persist
Reuters/Ipsos also showed a 2-point bump. Yet many surveys still place Trump underwater on key economic issues, especially tariffs and inflation. Gage Skidmore / Wikimedia
Economic Fears Ease, But Trump Still Blamed for Risks
Economic sentiment has begun to show tentative signs of recovery. In the most recent polling, 69% of voters say they fear a recession, down from 76% last month. Similarly, concern about stock market instability has dropped from 67% to 60%. Still, 59% of respondents said Trump would bear responsibility for any downturn, despite his efforts to shift blame to Joe Biden. The White House / Wikimedia
Personal Finance Optimism Hits Four-Year High
Notably, a Napolitan News survey found 31% of voters now say their personal finances are improving—the highest in four years and a marked shift from late 2024, when pessimism dominated. TBIT / Pixabay