Most US voters say they are worse off under Trump, according to FT poll

A new poll from The New York Times and Siena University, cited by the Financial Times, indicates that less than a third of US voters believe the country is better off than a year ago under President Trump. A wide majority feel he has focused on the wrong issues, with 60% stating the US is on the wrong track. The economy is the most important issue for Americans, but only 40% approve of Trump's handling of inflation and the cost of living, and 39% approve of his handling of trade and tariffs. These issues are closely linked, with concerns that tariffs could drive price increases. Independents largely align with Democrats in their disapproval of Trump's economic policies.