{"id":2244,"date":"2026-01-22T18:55:35","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T18:55:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/davisrubin.com\/?p=2244"},"modified":"2026-01-22T18:55:35","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T18:55:35","slug":"eye-opening-approval-ratings-reveal-what-americans-really-think-about-trumps-second-term","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/davisrubin.com\/?p=2244","title":{"rendered":"Eye-opening approval ratings reveal what Americans really think about Trump\u2019s second term"},"content":{"rendered":"

Donald Trump has had an active second term, but recent survey data suggests he has yet to significantly improve his standing with the American public.<\/p>\n

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More than a year has passed since Trump returned to the White House for a second time, and his presidency has once again been marked by rapid activity.<\/p>\n

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After resuming duties in the Oval Office, the 79-year-old moved quickly to introduce changes across a wide range of areas, including immigration policy, international trade, and even updates to the White House\u2019s appearance.<\/p>\n

Trump has also stated that his administration has been working to reduce international conflicts and prevent large-scale global instability.<\/p>\n

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At the same time, he has taken a firm stance on international relations, including strong rhetoric involving several regions, such as Iran, Mexico, Venezuela, and Greenland, which is connected to a NATO-aligned nation.<\/p>\n

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In recent months, Trump has drawn criticism from European partners due to repeated statements suggesting the United States should take control of the Denmark-linked autonomous territory.<\/p>\n

Officials within his administration have argued that maintaining influence over the region is necessary to prevent growing involvement from major global powers.<\/p>\n

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Regarding immigration, Trump has faced public concern over enforcement practices in some communities.
\nSupporters, however, argue that these actions reflect his campaign commitments and a focus on border security.<\/p>\n

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This figure remains largely unchanged from polling conducted in March 2025, shortly after he returned to office.<\/p>\n

As of January 8, 2026, the poll reported that 59 percent of adults disapprove of Trump\u2019s job performance, while 40 percent expressed approval.<\/p>\n

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On several major policy areas, a majority of respondents also expressed dissatisfaction.<\/p>\n

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AP-NORC poll results on key issues show the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Handling of the economy: 37 percent approve, while 62 percent disapprove<\/p>\n

Handling of immigration: 38 percent approve, while 61 percent disapprove<\/p>\n

Handling of foreign affairs: 37 percent approve, while 61 percent disapprove<\/p>\n

Handling of trade negotiations: 37 percent approve, while 61 percent disapprove<\/p>\n

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The survey also included a standard note regarding statistical uncertainty, explaining that all polls include a margin of error and that subgroup results may vary more widely.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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