- 49% of Republicans approve of Trump's priority selection in second term
- 40% of Americans rate Trump's performance as 'terrible'
- 71% of Democrats report worsened outlook since inauguration
- 46% approval on immigration policies vs 40% overall rating
New data from the AP-NORC Center exposes deepening political fractures as President Trump completes his second term's first 100 days. While 70% of Republicans maintain favorable views of his presidency, internal polling shows notable skepticism about his policy emphasis.
Political analysts observe this 14-point decline in strong Republican endorsement since January mirrors historical patterns. Second-term presidents typically face 18-24% approval erosion within first quarters,notes Georgetown University's governance expert Dr. Ellen Reyes. The Ukraine policy controversy accelerated this natural trend through regional economic impacts.
Regional disparities emerge starkly in manufacturing hubs. Minnesota Republican Tanner Bergstrom applauds tariff consistency: He's delivering promised steel protections, despite Wisconsin dairy export dips.Contrast this with Tennessee's Stephanie Melnyk, who criticizes Eastern European strategy: Quick-fix Ukraine deals endanger my family's homeland.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) emerges as unexpected bright spot, with 68% of conservatives praising streamlined budgets. Florida's Carlos Guevara notes: DOGE saved Miami $2.3M in infrastructure redundancy last quarter.However, 82% of Democrats condemn its environmental regulation cuts.
Immigration remains Trump's strongest card at 46% approval, though southern border states show polarization. Texas Republican Matthew Spencer praises enhanced border security, while South Carolina Democrat Gabriel Antonucci laments: Deportation squads disrupt Charleston's construction sector.
Economic anxiety permeates the data, with 54% of Americans disapproving of trade approaches. The Philadelphia manufacturing index dropped 7 points since February tariffs,reveals Brookings Institution economist Mark Zhou. Yet 33% of GOP voters still anticipate long-term benefits.
As political professionals watch these metrics, Democratic strategist Lisa Nguyen warns: The 16% soft Republican disapproval could decide swing states. Trump's team must address Tennessee's military families and Michigan's auto workers simultaneously.
