A majority of Americans believe the economy is doing well under President Donald Trump, according to a new national poll. The survey, conducted in May, found that 51% of registered voters consider the U.S. economy “strong,” reflecting growing public confidence in Trump’s leadership.
The same poll showed that 63% of respondents support shrinking the size of government. Additionally, 55% believe the Department of Government Efficiency has been very effective in cutting government spending. These figures reflect a consistent preference among voters for streamlined government and fiscal discipline.
Economic data supports this optimism. Consumer prices fell in March, the first drop in nearly three years. This decline contradicted predictions that Trump’s trade and tariff policies would raise prices. Instead, prices eased for many goods, marking a rare and significant reversal of the inflation trends that dominated during Joe Biden’s presidency.
Inflation effectively dropped to zero in March, a major milestone after years of elevated prices. This shift represents a clear political victory for President Trump, who repeatedly promised to bring down the cost of living. Trump had pledged that, starting on day one, his administration would make America affordable again—and now the numbers are backing him up.
Voters appear to support this agenda. A separate recent survey found that a majority of likely general election voters want Trump to focus on lowering the cost of living. The latest polling data suggests Trump’s economic platform, centered on cutting wasteful spending and reducing inflation, is resonating with a broad cross-section of the American electorate.
