President-elect Donald Trump is preparing to begin his second term with mixed reviews from the American public, according to the latest CNBC All-America Economic Survey. While a majority of Americans are ready to support Trump, some are apprehensive about his upcoming agenda.
Survey Findings Overview:
The survey, conducted nationwide from December 5-8, included 1,000 participants with a margin of error of +/- 3.1%. Here are the key findings from the survey:
Support for Trump:
– 54% of the public is comfortable supporting Trump, down two points from his first term.
– 41% are not comfortable, up five points from 2016.
– 60% believe deploying the military to the border should be a 2025 priority.
– 43% support Trump’s plans to pardon those convicted of crimes from the Jan. 6 protest.
Economic Outlook:
– 51% expect their personal financial situation to improve.
– 51% also predict an improvement in the U.S. economy.
– 46% of the public think the economy will improve in the next year.
Investment Sentiment:
– 40% say now is a good time to invest in stocks.
– Just 13% of the public own cryptocurrencies.
– 7% are willing to accept their wages in crypto.
Republican Enthusiasm:
– Republicans are more hopeful about the economy post-election.
– 56% of Republicans have a positive outlook on investing in stocks.
– Cryptocurrencies are not as popular on Main Street compared to Wall Street.
Despite these findings, the survey indicates that Trump is entering his second term amidst a divided nation with varying opinions on his policies and plans. As the country braces for another four years under his leadership, the public sentiment remains a mix of optimism and caution.
This data sheds light on the current landscape of American support for Trump and sets the stage for what to expect in the coming years.
