United States: A striking 6 out of every 10 Americans are pushing back against the recently inked domestic policy overhaul by President Donald Trump, per fresh insights from a CNN poll steered by SSRS. While the legislation stands as Trump’s most sweeping policy triumph since reclaiming the Oval Office, public perception is anything but celebratory.

Since March, Trump’s favorability regarding budget stewardship has nosedived 11 percentage points. A surging majority now believes he has slashed federal programs too deeply—an indication that voters sense overreach more than reform.

Public awareness of the bill remains unsettled. Fewer than a third are fully locked in on the details, and nearly half admit to either apathy or indifference. Still, those opposing the law outnumber its backers, hinting at a foundational distrust, according to reports by CNN.

Breakdown of Public Sentiment

In simple terms, 61% reject the bill, while only 39% stand in favor. A growing 58% say Trump has crossed the line with federal spending cuts—marking a 7-point leap since February. Confidence in his fiscal management is now sitting at 37%, with tax-related approval slightly better at 44%, nearly matching his first-term peak.

On expected outcomes, 51% foresee economic backlash from the bill, versus 29% who anticipate gains. Even more telling, 37% predict the legislation will hurt their own families, while only 16% expect to benefit. The rest remain adrift in uncertainty.

Trump’s overall job rating stays at 42%, a flatline from spring, but only 37% believe his priorities align with the nation’s needs—a 6-point drop.

Why the Bill Feels Like a Mixed Bag

Not every provision in the bill falls under heavy fire. Some tax updates, like extending the 2017 tax cuts, pausing taxes on gratuities, and sweetening the pot for seniors and parents, enjoy public favor. These elements are seen as more encouraging than discouraging by a 29-point margin.

Defense funding also garners a 13-point approval lead, and Trump’s push for fortified immigration measures (including spending hikes on border enforcement and detention) edges out with an 8-point margin of support.

But not all budget lines are winning hearts. A colossal 45-point margin opposes the spike in the national deficit. Another 25-point divide frowns on the rollback of clean energy perks, viewing it as an oil-and-gas-friendly pivot.

Even Trump’s cornerstone policy shift—tightening the social safety net with added work requirements and funding trims—sees backlash. A modest 8-point margin rejects it. Trump’s direct involvement in pushing the bill? That’s seen more as a red flag than a green light—by an 18-point margin.

Democratic Fury Outpaces GOP Cheers

The political split over the bill is sharp, but the emotion behind it is unbalanced. A staggering 93% of Democrats and left-leaning independents are against the law, with 71% doing so fiercely, as reported by CNN.

Republican support sits at 78%, but only about one in four back it strongly. Even among GOP ranks, support is selective. While 86% applaud the tax changes and 83% back the immigration boosts, many are still skeptical. Four in ten Republicans doubt the bill’s economic upside, and just one-third expect personal gains.

Crucially, 40% within the GOP umbrella see the swelling federal debt as a dealbreaker. One respondent from Virginia—a Trump supporter overall—called the debt “a national chokehold,” saying the fiscal imbalance is the country’s ticking time bomb.

Trump’s Priorities Under a Magnifying Glass

While Trump’s job rating on paper appears steady, a deeper probe shows Americans questioning his vision. A clear 63% say he hasn’t zeroed in on the country’s most pressing concerns.

Among Republicans, confidence is slipping. Only 75% say he’s on the right path—a steep drop and the lowest since his second term began. Over half the country feels Trump’s governing style is reckless rather than refreshing, and 56% believe he has overplayed his executive hand.

Similar numbers think he has gone overboard trying to reshape colleges and universities. Yet, when it comes to lowering daily expenses, 58% claim he hasn’t gone far enough.

What Really Matters to the People

When asked what issue keeps them up at night, 31% pointed to the economy—especially inflation and living costs. That’s down from 44% in January, but it’s still the top concern. Within this group, 65% feel Trump has fumbled efforts to ease prices.

“We heard big promises, but real change hasn’t shown up,” said one independent woman from Texas, stressing how economic strain has only deepened.

Immigration came in second, though how it’s viewed is shifting. Back in January, Republicans were 26 points more likely than Democrats to call it a top issue. Now, with rising anxiety among Democrats over deportation policies, that gap has narrowed to just 10 points, as per CNN.

Democrats are also dialing up their scrutiny of federal spending, the balance of power between branches, and Trump’s overarching leadership style.

Interestingly, the ongoing drama surrounding federal disclosures about the Jeffrey Epstein case barely registered. Only one person named it as a top concern.