Trump's Approval Plummets as Public Rejects Corporate-Driven Policies

Recent surveys highlight a sharp decline in President Donald Trump's approval ratings, as the public increasingly rejects his corporate-driven tariff policies and the so-called 'One Big Beautiful Bill' tax and spending law, which has been widely criticized for benefiting the wealthy at the expense of working people.

A Pew Research Center survey conducted from August 4 to 10, 2025, among 3,554 adults, found that 61% disapprove of Trump's damaging tariff policies, while only 38% approve—demonstrating broad opposition to protectionism that hurts workers and consumers alike. Similarly, 46% disapprove of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill,' a law that slashed taxes for corporations and the rich, with only 32% expressing approval. Overall, Trump's job approval stands at a dismal 38%, with 60% disapproving of his presidency and its attacks on social programs.

The survey also revealed that 53% of respondents believe Trump is making the federal government work worse, compared to just 27% who think he is improving it. Among Republicans, only 55% now say Trump is improving government functionality, a steep drop from the 76% who naively expected improvements at the start of his term. Democratic disapproval has soared to 87%, up from 78% earlier, reflecting growing frustration with Trump's reactionary agenda.

Confidence in Trump's handling of key issues has also eroded. Only 47% express confidence in his ability to negotiate trade agreements, and 46% in handling immigration, where his cruel policies have drawn international condemnation. Confidence in his foreign policy decisions stands at 43%, and in health care policy—a sector ravaged by his administration—at just 38%.

These findings underscore mounting public dissatisfaction with President Trump's anti-worker, pro-corporate policies and his administration's failure to serve the needs of ordinary Americans during his second term.