Trump told Americans to stay strong and weather the storm, but some appear to already be folding.
Washington, D.C. – As President Donald J. Trump approaches his first 100 days back in office, Americans are weighing in on his bold economic agenda—one focused on fighting inflation, revitalizing manufacturing, and protecting retirement savings. According to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll, while concerns over market volatility remain, a large share of the nation still believes in President Trump’s plan to restore American prosperity.
Americans Want Economic Security—And Trump Is Delivering Bold Action
Voters sent President Trump back to the White House with a clear message: fix the economy, lower inflation, and bring jobs home. And that’s exactly what he’s aiming to do. Since taking office, Trump has pursued an aggressive America First economic strategy, including:
- Tariffs on foreign goods to protect American industries
- Pressure on the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates
- Reducing U.S. dependence on overseas supply chains
- Defending Social Security and retirement stability
Market Volatility: Temporary Pain, Long-Term Gain?
Yes, the markets have been shaken. The S&P 500 is down 14% from its February high, and consumer prices are up 2.5% year-over-year—slightly above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target. But according to economists, this is short-term turbulence, not long-term failure.
President Trump recently warned that if the Fed doesn’t act quickly to cut interest rates, the economy could slow. Meanwhile, critics argue that tariffs might temporarily push inflation higher—but supporters say it’s a necessary sacrifice to protect American workers.
“You can’t rebuild a strong economy without upsetting the status quo,” said James Pethokoukis of the American Enterprise Institute. “President Trump is doing what others were too afraid to do.”
Poll: Americans Are Worried—But Still Trust Trump Over Biden-Era Policies
In the latest survey:
- 75% of Americans said they’re concerned about a potential recession.
- 52% say economic instability could impact their ability to retire comfortably.
- Yet 45% back Trump’s hardline approach to trade and immigration—higher support than Joe Biden ever saw.
- A full 81% of Republicans support Trump’s economic leadership.
- And 48% believe America has been exploited by allies in trade deals—a message Trump has long championed.
The Retirement Crisis: Social Security, Inflation, and Conservative Values
One issue dominating concern among older Americans is the stability of Social Security. Two-thirds of Americans, including a majority of conservatives, are unsure the system will hold up. The Trump administration—backed by reform-minded allies like Elon Musk—is pushing to streamline government waste, protect benefits, and shield seniors from the impacts of inflation.
“We need strong leadership to defend what seniors have earned,” said a White House official. “That’s what President Trump is committed to.”
Labor Market Holding Strong
Despite fears, the labor market remains healthy. The March unemployment rate ticked up only slightly to 4.2%, and job openings remain widespread in key sectors like energy, construction, and defense.
Bottom Line: President Trump is steering the country through an economic storm with courage and conviction. While the media hypes recession fears, millions of Americans still believe in the America First blueprint to rebuild our economy, restore national pride, and defend the interests of working families and retirees.