Most Americans Give Trump Poor Marks on the Economy, New Poll Shows

A large majority of Americans are dissatisfied with President Donald Trump’s handling of the economy, according to a new CBS News/YouGov poll released Sunday. The survey found widespread concern over inflation, rising prices, and how the administration is spending its time addressing the issue.

Low Approval on Economic Leadership

Only 36% of U.S. adults approve of Trump’s approach to managing the economy, while 64% disapprove, the poll shows. When asked whether the president is dedicating enough time to dealing with inflation and economic challenges:

77% said he is not spending enough time
18% said the time spent is adequate
5% said he is spending too much time

The public also sees Trump’s policies as a contributing factor to price increases. Sixty-five percent of respondents believe the administration’s policies are causing grocery prices to rise, while just 14% said they believe Trump’s agenda is driving prices down.

Americans Still Feeling the Pinch

While the administration has touted improving economic numbers, most Americans say they aren’t seeing relief in their day-to-day expenses. When asked about price direction in recent weeks:

58% said prices are still rising
31% said prices are holding steady
11% believed prices are falling

Only 32% of Americans described the current economy as “good,” highlighting just how tough public opinion remains.

White House Defends the Record

Despite the negative polling, the administration insists progress is happening. In a statement to the Daily Caller News Foundation, White House spokesman Kush Desai said Trump is committed to reversing the economic problems of the previous administration:

“Putting Joe Biden’s economic disaster behind us has been the top priority for President Trump since Day One… Americans can rest assured that President Trump is focused on ensuring that the best is yet to come.”

Trump has also pointed to falling prices in certain categories. At a Nov. 17 speech at the McDonald’s Impact Summit, the president claimed:

Breakfast prices have fallen 14%

Bread and dairy prices are down

Egg prices have dropped 86% since March

He argued that the current administration inherited an affordability crisis and is now “ending it.”

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