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Updated July 21, 2025 9:30 A.M.
Six months into his second term, President Donald Trump has declared that the United States is “revived,” calling this period one of the most consequential in any presidency.
The administration has emphasized major changes in immigration, the economy, and defense, but recent polls reveal declining public approval of Trump’s policies.
Marking the milestone on social media, Trump wrote, “One year ago, our Country was DEAD, with almost no hope of revival. Today the USA is the ‘hottest’ and most respected Country anywhere in the World.”
According to DecisionDeskHQ polling, Trump’s overall approval rating has dropped to 44.6% from 56% in January. On immigration, 44% approve of his handling, while only 36% approve of his approach to inflation, based on a YouGov/CBS poll.
Six in ten respondents disapprove of the administration’s major legislative achievement, the “one big beautiful bill.”
The White House touts the new law, which features $4.5 trillion in tax cuts and hundreds of billions in border security and defense funding, balanced by over $1 trillion in spending cuts.
Border security is another key highlight. June recorded the lowest number of illegal border crossings on record, and deportations and enforcement efforts have increased, according to Customs and Border Protection.
Trade negotiations are pressing toward an August 1 deadline, with deals secured with the United Kingdom and Vietnam. Without additional agreements, tariffs could rise sharply on other trading partners.
On foreign policy, Trump has renewed calls for ceasefires in Ukraine and Gaza, urging Russian President Vladimir Putin to pursue peace and warning that nations aiding Russia may face hefty U.S. tariffs.
As Congress approaches its summer recess, reactions are mixed. Senate Majority Leader John Thune praised the administration’s progress, calling the six months “incredibly successful and productive” and highlighting steps toward making the country “safer, stronger, and more prosperous.”
However, Democrats voiced criticism. Rep. Adam Smith called the recent $9 billion recession relief package “a joke,” arguing that cuts to foreign aid, health care, and food programs were unjustly linked to opposition against a few LGBTQ initiatives.
The political divide over Trump’s agenda remains pronounced as his second term reaches this pivotal half-year point.
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42. Senate Republicans release new details on Trump budget bill
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44. Trump orders ICE to expand deportations in Democratic-run cities
45. Gov. Tim Walz, other officials speak after arrest in shootings of Minnesota lawmakers
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56. Immigration raids spark outrage in Los Angeles
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178. Trump says he’s revoking Biden’s security clearance
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181. President Trump signs executive order banning transgender athletes in sports
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210. Canada’s PM Justin Trudeau announces resignation
211. Apple to pay $95M to settle lawsuit accusing Siri of eavesdropping
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