Recent polling in Michigan reveals significant concerns among voters regarding President Donald Trump’s economic policies during his second term. Conducted by WDIV/Detroit News, the poll aimed to gauge public sentiment as the 2026 election approaches, specifically evaluating Trump’s impact on the economy both nationally and personally for respondents.
When asked if Trump’s economic policies had made the nation’s economy stronger, weaker, or had no impact over the past year, results showed that 38.1% believed the economy had strengthened, while 48.3% felt it had weakened. A smaller segment, 9.7%, believed there was no noticeable impact, and 3.8% either did not know or refused to answer.
On a personal financial level, the results were similarly concerning. Only 25.7% of those surveyed felt financially stronger due to Trump’s policies, whereas 33.5% reported feeling weaker financially, with 38.9% stating there was no impact on their personal finances.
Respondents were also asked to grade Trump’s economic management, with 16.3% awarding him an A, 21.9% a B, and 17.2% a C. Conversely, a notable 32% gave him an F, indicating significant dissatisfaction with his economic direction.
Inquiring about price changes over the past year, 64% of participants reported that costs have generally risen, while only 13% noticed a decrease. The most alarming finding was that 82.5% of those surveyed pinpointed food and groceries as the area with the largest price increases, raising concerns about food security and affordability for many families.
The methodology of the poll indicates a robust sampling of 600 likely voters, conducted from January 2 to 6, 2026, using live operators for telephone interviews. The margin of error stands at ±4.0%, lending credence to the results.
As voters reflect on their economic situations leading up to the upcoming election, these findings may pose a considerable challenge for Trump’s administration, highlighting the public’s perception of rising costs and the effectiveness of current economic policies.