Most Americans think Trump is not focused enough on economy – poll
A recent poll indicates that a significant majority of Americans believe President Trump is not adequately addressing economic issues, focusing instead on immigration policies. The survey reveals that 68% of respondents feel Trump's administration is prioritizing mass deportations over affordability concerns. As economic dissatisfaction grows, Trump's approval ratings are declining, particularly among his own supporters.
- ▪Two-thirds of Americans think Trump is prioritizing immigration over economic wellbeing.
- ▪68% of respondents believe the administration is too focused on deportations and not enough on affordability issues.
- ▪Nearly half of Americans rated the current state of the economy as poor, with only 16% rating it as excellent or good.
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| Publication time | Fri, 22 May 2026 14:41:29 GMT |
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Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One, on 15 May. Photograph: Mark Schiefelbein/APView image in fullscreenDonald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One, on 15 May. Photograph: Mark Schiefelbein/APDonald TrumpMost Americans think Trump is not focused enough on economy – pollNew polling shows rising frustration with Trump’s agenda days after president said ‘I don’t think about Americans’ financial situation’ amid Iran peace talksRobert Tait in WashingtonFri 22 May 2026 10.41 EDTLast modified on Fri 22 May 2026 10.42 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleTwo-thirds of Americans believe Donald Trump is prioritizing his controversial immigration crackdown at the expense of their economic wellbeing, according to a new poll, in a stark warning for the US president about…
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