Poll: Voters Say Trump Overreaching Power, Economic Confidence Slipping:

Suspense Crime, Digital Desk : Polling data from the New York Times in conjunction with Siena College indicates that most voters feel US President Donald Trump has gone too far in trying to expand his power. Some of the respondents even labeled the first few months of his second term as “chaotic” and “scary,” and not just among his opponents, as noted by the New York Times.

Support for crucial aspects of his agenda, such as tariffs as well as enforcement and control of immigration, continues to decline significantly.

Trump’s Approval Ratings Remain Historically Low

Polling places his overall approval at 42 percent which is historically low, even in the context of his diminished popularity. Among independents, this figure has dropped to a mere 29 percent.

Voting majorities consider that Trump has gone overboard on implementing cuts to the federal workforce, tariffs, and immigration initiatives. Even on the economy, which historically has been perceived as a Trump stronghold, his approval now stands at 43 percent

Economic confidence in Trump continues to decline.

Half of the voters surveyed stated that his economic policies have exacerbated the situation. Trust in his ability to shape the economy, which is vital in his attempt to run for a second term in 2024, is diminishing among the general public as more believe that his efforts have been detrimental.

Moderates and Independents Lead the Shift

Independents – a key voting demographic – consider Trump to be overstepping his conducts. The great majority disagrees with the following:

*Unilateralian tariff imposition.
*Congressional program cancellations.
*Protesting legal immigrant deportations.
*Defiance of Supreme Court rulings.

These issues relate strongly to the actions (or lack of) that have been taken during Trump’s presidency.

Somewhat Supportive of Economics and Imaging Side Musk

While there is a little more than support for the deportation strategy, voters recognize the policy as overreaching in general. There is also lack of support for immigration and border control intended by Trump.

Trump’s administration left less than half of voters to be under the impression that they hold a positive perception of Elon, who serves as an advisor. He captured just 35 percent of favorable attention, and statements associated regarding leadership under his command of federal agencies- rather unpopular.

Slight Democratic Midterm Lead:

Forecasting the congressional elections set for 2026, the survey notes 47 percent of the sampled electorate supporting a Democrat compared to 44 percent for a Republican. There is expectation for Trump to reserve his foundational support. Increasing negative sentiment appears around disproportionate Executive control, governance flusters, and risk to economic stability.

Poll methodology

Data from the Times/Siena survey was collected from a sample of 913 voters from April 21 to April 242, designed with a target error margin: +/- 3.8 percent.