America not too impressed with Trump's economy

61% say the national economy is worse off than when Trump returned to office in 2025. Just 23% say it is better.

Question: “Overall, would you say that each of the following is better off or worse off than it was when Donald Trump became president in 2025, or has there not been much difference?” “Worse off” combines much worse off and somewhat worse off. “Better off” combines much better off and somewhat better off. Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.
Chart: Newsweek EditorsSource: AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. Poll conducted September 24–28, 2026