Politics
Poll: Democrats Now Trusted More Than Republicans on Economy
By Jake Beardslee · April 20, 2025
Democrats Overtake GOP in Public Trust on Economy
For the first time in several years, Americans now place greater trust in the Democratic Party over Republicans when it comes to managing the economy, according to new polling data. Tumisu / Pixabay
Poll: 46% Back Democrats on Economy, First Lead Since 2021
A recent Morning Consult survey finds that 46% of respondents believe Democrats are doing a better job on the economy, while 43% side with Republicans. Eleven percent reported no opinion. This marks the first such shift in favor of Democrats since May 2021, per the polling firm. OpenClipart-Vectors / Pixabay
Trump’s Sweeping Tariffs Prompt Backlash and Concern
The change in public sentiment comes on the heels of President Donald Trump's tariff policies. On April 2, Trump announced sweeping 10% tariffs on nearly all foreign imports, dubbing the move “Liberation Day” for the U.S. The White House / Wikimedia
60% Disapprove of Tariffs as Trump’s Ratings Dip
A CBS News/YouGov poll showed that 60% of Americans disapprove of the tariffs, contributing to a four-point drop in Trump’s economic approval rating since March. The White House / Wikimedia
Trump Pauses Tariffs—Except on China—as Trade War Heats Up
Facing growing public concern, Trump paused the tariffs for 90 days—excluding China—explaining the delay was necessary because Americans were becoming “yippy and afraid.” The U.S. then imposed a 145% tariff on Chinese goods, prompting a 125% retaliatory tariff from Beijing. Kaboompics.com / Pexels
U.S.-China Trade Tensions Escalate to 245% Tariff Threat
On April 15, the White House announced a further escalation, stating that China “now faces up to a 245 percent tariff.” In response, Beijing has reportedly instructed airlines to halt purchases of parts for Boeing and other U.S. aircraft. Dominik Gryzbon / Pexels
Businesses Pass Tariff Costs to Consumers with Tariff Surcharges
Despite Trump claiming the U.S. is “taking in RECORD NUMBERS in Tariffs,” some Americans are feeling the sting. Some businesses have even begun adding tariff surcharges to customer bills to offset rising import costs. iMin Technology / Pexels
Voters Want Focus on Cost of Living, Not Musk-Led Cuts
According to Morning Consult, most voters would prefer that Trump focus on lowering the cost of living, particularly by making healthcare more affordable. However, 49% believe Trump’s actual top priority is to dramatically slash the federal budget and workforce, a plan tied to Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, though only 29% think that should be the priority. Nicola Barts / Pexels