As President Donald Trump completes his first century in office, a divided nation grapples with skepticism over his priorities. A new poll reveals nearly half of Americans question his focus.
A new poll has revealed that nearly half of Americans are skeptical about President Donald Trump‘s priorities over his first 100 days in office. ‘The American people have spoken,’ said Donald Trump, ‘and I am committed to making America great again.’
Donald Trump is a business magnate and politician who served as the 45th President of the United States from 2017 to 2021.
Born on June 14, 1946, in Queens, New York, Trump graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in economics.
He took over his father's real estate company in 1971 and expanded it into a global brand.
Trump entered politics in 2015, announcing his candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination.
He won the election despite controversy surrounding his policies and personal behavior.
44% of American adults believe Trump has focused on the wrong priorities in his first 100 days, while 24% think he is on point when it comes to his priorities. About 2 in 10 people said the US president’s priorities are an even mix of right and wrong. This skepticism is particularly pronounced among Democrats, with 75% saying Trump is paying attention to the wrong topics.
However, Republicans seem to be broadly happy with Trump. But there is also uncertainty within his party’s ranks when it comes to areas he has chosen to focus on. 26% of Republicans believe that Trump‘s priorities are an even mix. This split highlights the challenges faced by Trump in building consensus among his own party.
Immigration continues to be one of Trump‘s strongest policy concerns. The survey found that he has higher approval ratings in this area compared to other issues like trade, the economy, and foreign policy. This suggests that Trump‘s focus on immigration may be a key factor in his popularity among certain segments of the population.
During his presidency, Donald Trump implemented several immigration policies aimed at tightening border security and reducing immigration.
In 2017, he introduced the 'travel ban' targeting predominantly Muslim countries.
He also reduced refugee admissions to a record low of 18,000 in 2019.
Additionally, Trump's administration increased funding for border wall construction and deployed National Guard troops to the US-Mexico border.
These policies led to controversy and criticism from human rights groups and some lawmakers.
The poll also revealed fears among minorities rising in Trump‘s America, with many describing the country as ‘chaotic’ and ‘scary.’ Meanwhile, 42% of voters thought Trump‘s first 100 days have been ‘exciting.’ The survey highlights a deeply divided nation, where opinions on Trump‘s presidency are sharply at odds.
During his presidency, Donald Trump implemented several policies and faced numerous challenges.
Key events include the passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in 2017, a significant overhaul of the US tax system.
He also withdrew the United States from the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade agreement and initiated a renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
Additionally, Trump's presidency was marked by controversy surrounding his handling of 'Russian interference' in the 2016 election, leading to impeachment proceedings in 2019.
