Republican voters increasingly disapprove of Trump’s handling of the economy
Voters increasingly disapprove of the way President Trump is handling the economy and believe his policies are raising prices, according to a new poll from CBS News/YouGov.
Why it matters: The discontent is also showing up in significant numbers among Republican voters, as the affordability crisis is affecting sentiment within Trump’s own base.
By the numbers: Trump’s approval on the economy has fallen to 36%, down from 51% in March, per the poll.
- A majority say his policies are raising food and grocery costs. Voters who judge him mostly on the economy say he is not spending enough time on it.
The intrigue: Republican disapproval for Trump’s handling of the economy also rose.
- Four in 10 Republicans say he portrays prices and inflation as better than they really are. This group was also more likely to say prices are going up.