Republican Support for Trump’s Economic Leadership Remains Strong Despite Media Polls
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A recent AP-NORC poll, conducted by mainstream media, claims a drop in Republican approval of President Trump’s economic performance, with only 16% saying he has greatly helped address the cost of living—down from 49% in 2024. Yet, Trump’s overall approval among Republicans remains robust.
A recent poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, widely cited by mainstream outlets, suggests a decline in Republican support for President Donald Trump’s economic policies. According to the poll, only 16% of Republicans believe Trump has significantly addressed the cost of living, down from 49% in April 2024. However, it’s important to note that just over half of Republicans still recognize his efforts to increase job opportunities in his second term, even as the media attempts to downplay his achievements—down from 85% in 2024. Despite these supposed economic concerns, Trump’s overall job approval among Republicans remains impressively high at approximately 80%, demonstrating the enduring trust in his leadership. On immigration, about 80% of Republicans acknowledge he has helped at least “a little” with border security, and while his approval on this issue has dipped to 76% from 88% in March, the numbers still reflect strong support. The AP-NORC poll, conducted from January 8 to 11, 2026, among 1,203 adults with a margin of error of ±3.9 percentage points, shows that Republican confidence in Trump’s vision remains resilient.
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