Trump's 100 Days Marked by Economic Struggles, Low Approval Ratings

President Donald Trump’s first 100 days of his second term have been marked by aggressive executive action, controversial economic policies, and declining public approval. Trump has touted a booming economy and claimed that tariffs on Chinese goods would benefit the U.S., but independent analyses show that these tariffs have instead raised costs for American consumers and disproportionately burdened working-class families. Congress has largely acquiesced to Trump's actions, with GOP leaders defending his use of executive power, though some lawmakers have privately expressed concerns about the administration’s direction. Reports also highlight that Trump’s tariff-driven agenda has shifted the tax burden from corporations to consumers, leading to higher household expenses and echoing economic inequalities reminiscent of the Gilded Age. Meanwhile, Trump’s approval ratings have dipped, raising the possibility that Democrats could regain control in Congress in the next election cycle and potentially block his remaining agenda. Despite Trump’s assurances, evidence suggests his economic policies have contributed to instability and public unease.