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Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Latest poll shows support for President Trump's handling of economy, foreign policy, slipping, voter divide on immigration at 100 days in office
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The latest Emerson College poll shows support for President Donald Trump slipping among likely voters on his handling of the economy and foreign policy, with voters remaining divided on immigration. The shows the president holding a 45% job approval rating against a 45% disapproval rating and the remaining 10% being neutral. Pollsters said this marked a two-point drop in approval rating and an unchanged disapproval rate from a poll at 50 days in office. Top Democrat shoots down impeachment efforts against Trump Voters who participated in the 2024 election, however, showed relatively little change after knowing what they know now, with 93% of Harris voters and 94% of Trump voters still voting for the candidate they voted for in 2024, giving Trump a 48% to 47% advantage. 'Despite several unpopular domestic and foreign policies, President Trump still holds an entrenched base of voters who, if given the chance, say they would vote for him again,' Spencer Kimball, executive director of Emerson College Polling, said. 'Areas of concern for the president include economic and foreign policy, with voters disapproving of his actions on tariffs and in the Russia-Ukraine war, while voters continue to be divided on immigration and deportation policy.' Pollsters stated that voter attitudes on the economy at 100 days remain stable compared to the 50-day mark, with 49% thinking Trump's economic policy is making the economy worse, while 29% believe the administration's policies are making it better; 23% think it has no effect or it is too soon to tell. Overall, 37% approve of Trump's handling of the U.S. economy, while 49% disapprove. Whitmer to join Trump at Selfridge National Guard base in Michigan However, the poll showed attitudes about handling the Russia-Ukraine War, which showed a marked decrease in approval from the 50-day mark. Now, 27% approve of Trump's handling of the Russia-Ukraine war, a 14-point drop since March, and 52% disapprove, a seven-point increase in disapproval. Thirty percent approve of Trump's handling of the Israel and Hamas war, an eight-point drop since March, while 46% disapprove, a five-point increase. On tariff policy, 34% approve and 51% disapprove of the administration's actions. On cryptocurrency, 21% approve of the president's handling and 35% disapprove. Approval of the president's handling of immigration policy decreased from 48% to 45% this month, while disapproval increased from 40% to 44%. Deportation policy approval is slightly lower: 43% approve and 46% disapprove. Fifty-two percent think Trump's second term in office is more of a failure, while 48% consider it more of a success. Trump signs executive orders targeting colleges, plus schools' equity efforts The poll took place from April 25-28 among U.S. voters who have participated in at least one election over the past five years. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Trump says Michigan base will stay open, get new fighter jets
President Trump on Tuesday announced Selfridge National Guard base in Michigan will receive 21 F-15EX Eagle II fighters, newer generation jets meant to replace the installation's aging A-10 Thunderbolt IIs, effectively guaranteeing the base's future. The Boeing-made aircraft, previously purchased by the Air Force, will go to Selfidge after years of lobbying from Michigan lawmakers to shore up the future of the 106-year-old Harrison Township base, an installation that has an estimated $850 million impact on the state's economy. 'I've come in person to lay to rest any doubts about Selfridge's future and the vital role it'll play in our initial defense,' Trump said in a speech at the base, during a visit to Michigan to mark the 100th day of his second term in office. 'As commander and chief, I'm proud to announce that very soon, we will replace the retiring A-10 Warthogs with 21 brand-new F-15EX Eagle II fighter jets. The best in the world; brand new,' he said to applause. Trump said new aircraft 'will keep Selfridge at the cutting edge of Northern American airpower,' after the Air Force is expected to begin phasing out the A-10, also known as the Warthog, starting next year. The announcement follows a surprise appearance at the White House by Democrat Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer earlier this month, a visit Trump alluded to in his speech. Whitmer was present at Selfridge during the announcement. 'She came to see me. That's the reason she came to see me, by the way, to save Selfridge. And she was very effective along with some of the other politicians and some of the military people,' Trump said. 'They love this place. They love what it stands for, all the victories they've had here over the years. So I want to thank Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for bringing it also to our attention very strongly.' The announcement comes as the state, which voted for Trump last year, has been rocked by his dramatic flip-flopping tariff policies, given its major automobile industry and its borders with Canada. Home to the 127th wing of the Michigan Air National Guard, Selfridge opened in 1917 and supports an estimated 5,000 jobs. Last year, the base announced it would host a new squadron of Air Force KC-46A Pegasus refueling tankers, meant to replace the outgoing KC-135, which could be phased out as early as 2027. Other aircraft at Selfridge include the Michigan Army National Guard's CH-47 Chinook helicopters, the U.S. Coast Guard's HH-65 Dolphin helicopter, and various other aircraft used by Customs & Border Protection. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
29-04-2025
- Business
- The Hill
Trump says Michigan base will stay open, get new fighter jets
President Trump on Tuesday announced Selfridge National Guard base in Michigan will receive 21 F-15EX Eagle II fighters, newer generation jets meant to replace the installation's aging A-10 Thunderbolt IIs, effectively guaranteeing the base's future. The Boeing-made aircraft, previously purchased by the Air Force, will go to Selfidge after years of lobbying from Michigan lawmakers to shore up the future of the 106-year-old Harrison Township base, an installation that has an estimated $850 million impact on the state's economy. 'I've come in person to lay to rest any doubts about Selfridge's future and the vital role it'll play in our initial defense,' Trump said in a speech at the base, during a visit to Michigan to mark the 100th day of his second term in office. 'As commander and chief, I'm proud to announce that very soon, we will replace the retiring A-10 Warthogs with 21 brand-new F-15EX Eagle II fighter jets. The best in the world; brand new,' he said to applause. Trump said new aircraft 'will keep Selfridge at the cutting edge of Northern American airpower,' after the Air Force is expected to begin phasing out the A-10, also known as the Warthog, starting next year. The announcement follows a surprise appearance at the White House by Democrat Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer earlier this month, a visit Trump alluded to in his speech. Whitmer was present at Selfridge during the announcement. 'She came to see me. That's the reason she came to see me, by the way, to save Selfridge. And she was very effective along with some of the other politicians and some of the military people,' Trump said. 'They love this place. They love what it stands for, all the victories they've had here over the years. So I want to thank Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for bringing it also to our attention very strongly.' The announcement comes as the state, which voted for Trump last year, has been rocked by his dramatic flip-flopping tariff policies, given its major automobile industry and its borders with Canada. Home to the 127th wing of the Michigan Air National Guard, Selfridge opened in 1917 and supports an estimated 5,000 jobs. Last year, the base announced it would host a new squadron of Air Force KC-46A Pegasus refueling tankers, meant to replace the outgoing KC-135, which could be phased out as early as 2027. Other aircraft at Selfridge include the Michigan Army National Guard's CH-47 Chinook helicopters, the U.S. Coast Guard's HH-65 Dolphin helicopter, and various other aircraft used by Customs & Border Protection.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Watch: Trump speaks to National Guard troops in Michigan
President Trump will speak before National Guard troops at Selfridge National Guard base in Harrison Township, Mich., on Tuesday afternoon. His remarks come as the president marks his first 100 days in office, which includes executive actions that have weighed heavily on the military and scrutiny over Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of Signal chats to share attack information. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is also expected to attend. The Democratic governor found herself in headlines earlier this month after she made a surprise appearance at the White House. A photo from the event, published by The New York Times, also showed Whitmer appearing to cover her face from cameras, which drew more scrutiny. Trump's speech is scheduled to begin at 4:10 p.m. EDT. Watch the live video above. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
29-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hill
Watch live: Trump speaks to National Guard troops in Michigan
President Trump will speak before National Guard troops at Selfridge National Guard base in Harrison Township, Mich., on Tuesday afternoon. His remarks come as the president marks his first 100 days in office, which includes executive actions that have weighed heavily on the military and scrutiny over Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of Signal chats to share attack information. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is also expected to attend. The Democratic governor found herself in headlines earlier this month after she made a surprise appearance at the White House. A photo from the event, published by The New York Times, also showed Whitmer appearing to cover her face from cameras, which drew more scrutiny. Trump's speech is scheduled to begin at 4:10 p.m. EDT. Watch the live video above.
