Fewer approve of Trump’s handling of the economy
AP-NORC • • general
Key Points:
- Approval of President Trump's handling of the economy has dropped to 30% in April, down from 38% in March, amid rising gas prices linked to the war in Iran.
- Seventy-two percent of Americans believe the country is heading in the wrong direction, a figure largely unchanged since February.
- Only 23% approve of Trump's management of the cost of living, while 76% disapprove, with 73% describing the economy as poor, up from 66% in February.
- Trump's overall approval rating has slightly declined to 33% from 38% in March, but his favorability remains steady at around 33%.
- Public opinions of Vice President JD Vance and both major political parties have remained stable according to the nationwide poll conducted April 16-20, 2026.
