• Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to 41%, a record low for a newly elected president.
• His handling of economic issues sees only 39% approval, marking a historic decline.
• Major demographic groups, including independents and women, have shown declining support.

As President Donald Trump approaches the 100-day mark of his second term, recent polling indicates a significant decline in his approval ratings. A CNN poll shows that only 41 percent of Americans approve of his job performance, compared to 59 percent who disapprove, marking a drop of four points since March. This approval rating is historically low, especially as it falls below the ratings at the same point in his first term, where he enjoyed a 44 percent approval rate in April 2017, according to The Hill, Newsweek, and Indiatimes.

Trump's approval ratings reflect dissatisfaction particularly on major issues such as the economy; only 39 percent of respondents approve of his handling of economic policies, which is his lowest rating ever recorded by CNN. This decline correlates with his administration's tariffs and associated market volatility, indicating a growing concern among voters regarding his economic strategies, according to Indiatimes, Newsweek, and The Hill.

The demographic breakdown reveals wider issues as well, showcasing a significant drop in support among key groups. Trump's approval among independent voters has declined from 35 percent to 31 percent, and among women, it has decreased from 44 percent to 36 percent, illustrating diminishing confidence across multiple voter segments. This trend is particularly alarming as Trump's strategy relies heavily on maintaining broad support, according to Newsweek and Indiatimes.

As these polls paint a stark picture of Trump's standing less than 100 days into his second term, political analysts are increasingly questioning his administration's policies and strategies. Trump's ongoing tariff implementation and its consequences on public sentiment are central to this discussion. Experts caution that the president's declining approval ratings could lead to significant political repercussions as the midterm elections approach, according to Newsweek, Newsweek, and The Hill.