U.S. Economic Confidence Plummets to Post-Pandemic Low; Trump Approval Hits -22% on Economy, July 17

According to CNBC's latest economic survey released on July 17, 61% of U.S. respondents expressed pessimism about current and future economic conditions, marking the lowest sentiment since late 2023. Only 25% remained optimistic.

Meanwhile, Trump's overall approval rating stands at 40%, with disapproval at 59%. His net approval rating on economic management fell to -22%, the lowest of his political career.