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Polls Plunge for Trump as Positive Economy Message Fails to Persuade Voters

Recent national polls show President Trump at record-low approval ratings as his positive economic message fails to connect with many voters.

University of Michigan economist Justin Wolfers discussed how macroeconomic improvements can mask uneven household experiences and why that gap weakens political messaging.

Observers say Vice President JD Vance’s calls for patience have not yet persuaded skeptical voters, and upcoming data releases will be closely watched.

10:52 AM, 11/23/2025Politics
Polls Plunge for Trump as Positive Economy Message Fails to Persuade Voters

President Trump has fallen to record-low approval figures across a string of recent polls, as his upbeat messaging about the economy appears to be failing to resonate with many everyday Americans.

Why the contrast between data and perception?

While some headline economic indicators have improved, many voters report that their personal financial situations have not. Rising costs for essentials, uneven wage growth, and local economic conditions contribute to a gap between macroeconomic headlines and household experience.

University of Michigan economist Justin Wolfers told Alex Witt that this perception gap helps explain why the president's positive framing is not sticking. Wolfers noted that broad averages in the economy can mask the uneven realities facing households across regions and income levels.

At the same time, Vice President JD Vance’s calls for patience have not convinced a skeptical segment of voters, the interviews suggest. For political observers, the interplay between objective data, lived experience and political messaging will be critical to watch as new economic reports and polls are released.

Bottom line: Improved GDP or job numbers do not automatically translate into public approval if voters feel their day-to-day costs or financial security remain strained.

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