The 100-day mark of President Trump's second term has brought mixed reviews from the American public.  The President is getting a thumbs down from 60% of the people.  This is a drop of 7% since February.  The economy is a big worry.  More people now think the economy will be worse in a year.  This is up from 37% in February.  The President's handling of the economy has also taken a hit.  Only 45% of people now have confidence in his economic decisions.  This is the lowest rating since 2019.  The President's policies on immigration are still his strongest suit.  About half of Americans trust him on this issue.  However, opinions are split on whether his policies are strengthening or weakening the U. S. 's global standing.

        The President's use of executive orders is under fire.  51% of people think he's overstepping by setting too much policy this way.  Only 27% think he's doing the right amount.  The public is also divided on the administration's tariff increases and cuts to federal departments.  59% disapprove of the tariffs, while 39% approve.  As for the cuts, 55% disapprove, and 44% approve.

        The administration's actions are facing legal challenges.  Most people think the administration should follow a federal court's ruling if it deems an action illegal.  This sentiment is bipartisan, with 91% of Democrats and 65% of Republicans agreeing.  However, there are wider partisan differences in evaluations of the President's overall job performance and key policies.  Republicans largely approve, while Democrats largely disapprove.  The public is also concerned about the administration's approach to governing.  Some see it as careless or authoritarian, while others appreciate the President's promise-keeping and action-taking.

        The Republican Party is currently viewed more favorably than the Democratic Party.  This is a shift from recent years, with the GOP's favorable view rising to 43%.  The Democratic Party's view is little changed, with 38% expressing a favorable view.

        The public's views on the administration's actions are complex and varied.  Some actions are praised, while others are criticized.  The President's job approval rating is on par with his first term and lower than other recent presidents at this point.  The public's economic outlook has turned more negative, and confidence in the President's economic handling has declined.  The administration's policies have sparked debate and division, reflecting the broader political landscape.  The President's immigration policies remain his strongest point, but his use of executive orders and handling of the economy are under scrutiny.  The public's views on the administration's actions are likely to continue evolving as the term progresses.

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Trump's Second Term: A Mixed Bag of Approval and Criticism

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