Economics - AP-NORC

Three-quarters of the public expect tariffs to increase consumer prices

Fifty-nine percent say Trump has gone too far when it comes to imposing new tariffs on other countries. Half of the public is worried about a possible recession in the coming months.

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Culture and Society

Most Americans have donated to those in need within the past year

Three quarters believe it is very important to donate to friends and family in need, while less than a quarter say the same when it comes to people outside the country.

Health Care

Many see the benefit of using weight loss drugs for adults with obesity

About half support the use of GLP-1 weight loss drugs for adults with obesity or weight-related conditions, and a similar share the belief that these drugs should be covered by Medicare and Medicaid.

Politics

Although support for DOGE is mixed, a majority believe corruption, inefficiency, and red tape are major problems

Twenty-nine percent approve of Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, and 39% disapprove.

Economics

Negativity about the national economy persists, but Republicans are optimistic about improvements in 2025

Two-thirds of the public say the current national economy is poor. Republicans are more likely than Democrats to believe the economy will improve in 2025.