The Daily Americans to Trump: You’ve Gone Too Far
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Apr 28, 2025 
Nate Cohn, chief political analyst for The New York Times, shares insights from a new nationwide poll assessing President Trump's first 100 days in office. He reveals a significant shift in public sentiment, highlighting declining approval ratings especially around immigration and economic policies. Cohn discusses the disconnect between Trump's aggressive actions and voter expectations, as well as the potential vulnerabilities within the Republican Party. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by rural communities amidst these policies.
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Trump's Early Approval Decline
- Only 42% of voters approve of Trump's performance, with 54% disapproving in the first 100 days.
- This marks a steep decline from his post-election honeymoon period approval ratings.
Trump's Immigration Overreach Hurts Support
- Trump has political opportunities, especially on immigration where a majority support deportation.
- Yet, voters disapprove of his harsh approach, seeing him as going too far.
Immigration: Lines Voters Won't Cross
- Most voters think Trump's immigration policy is excessive, notably in controversial deportation cases.
- This erodes his support even on an issue that helped him win the election.