How Americans view Trump’s handling of trade and tariffs - Pew Research Center

Pew Research Center
April 1, 2026
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Pew Research Center surveyed American views on Trump's trade and tariff policies, finding divided public sentiment.

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Pew Research Center surveyed Americans on their views of President Trump's approach to trade and tariffs. The poll captures public opinion during a period when the Trump administration has pursued tariff policies as part of its economic strategy. Public sentiment on tariffs remains divided, reflecting broader disagreement over whether such measures help or harm the U.S. economy. The findings are significant because tariff policy directly affects consumer prices, business costs, and trade relationships with other nations. Polling on trade perception is a key metric for assessing public support for the administration's economic agenda.

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