Newly released approval ratings offer a revealing look at how Americans feel about Trump’s second term.

Beyond economics, Trump has consistently presented his broader agenda as strengthening national security and restoring what he describes as American sovereignty.

His first term included efforts to renegotiate trade agreements, such as replacing NAFTA with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

His administration also withdrew from certain international agreements, including the Paris climate accord and the Iran nuclear deal, arguing that these arrangements disadvantaged U.S. interests.

Supporters viewed these moves as assertive and corrective; critics viewed them as destabilizing or diplomatically costly.

Trump’s leadership style has remained one of the most discussed aspects of his presidency. His communication approach—often direct, confrontational, and amplified through social media—has energized supporters who value his willingness to challenge political norms.