Friday, April 24, 2026

70% of Americans Think Economy Is Worsening

Seven in 10 Americans feel like the economy is getting worse, according to a Fox News poll released Thursday, tied for the most negative reading in the survey's history. The poll, conducted April 17-20 among voters, arrives at a moment of deep economic pessimism. Inflation and high prices ranked as the top concern for 26% of voters, followed by the economy and jobs at 17%.

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... Seven in 10 Americans feel like the economy is getting worse, according to a Fox News poll released Thursday, tied for the most negative reading in the survey's history.

The poll, conducted April 17-20 among voters, arrives at a moment of deep economic pessimism. Inflation and high prices ranked as the top concern for 26% of voters, followed by the economy and jobs at 17%.

Nearly three-quarters (73%) rated the economy negatively, a figure that has barely budged over the past two years.
Majorities also described prices for groceries (62%), gas (60%), health care (55%) and housing (52%) as major problems for their families.

Voters see clear advantages for each major party depending on the issue, offering a mixed outlook for Republicans and Democrats as they gear up for midterm elections in November. ...


#1 | Posted by LampLighter at 2026-04-24 04:37 PM

Another view ...

Trump Hit by Humiliating Result in Damning Fox News Poll
www.thedailybeast.com

... The latest Fox News poll, conducted between April 17-20 among 1,001 registered voters, shows that for the first time since 2010, Americans say Democrats -- not Republicans -- would do a better job handling the economy, 52 percent to 48 percent, marking a major shift on one of Trump's core political strengths. ...

Beyond policy, the data highlights deeper concerns about Trump's leadership. More than 6 in 10 Americans say he does not care about people like them. Just 37 percent believe he does -- a drop from 44 percent in 2024.

Meanwhile, 55 percent say Trump lacks the mental soundness to serve, up 7 points since late 2024 and nearing a previous high of 56 percent in 2023.

Perceptions of competence are also negative. A 56 percent majority says the Trump administration has not been competent in managing the federal government, while only 43 percent view it as competent overall. ...



#2 | Posted by LampLighter at 2026-04-24 05:16 PM

They're not wrong.

#3 | Posted by LegallyYourDead at 2026-04-24 06:47 PM

In other news, 30% of Americans are idiots.

#4 | Posted by DarkVader at 2026-04-24 08:29 PM

"Tolerance of intolerance is cowardice."

- Ayaan Hirsi Ali **

** Interviewed by the Retort's very own, the late (but never forgotten)
briwo, on his March 30, 2008 Free World Radio Network broadcast of Shakedown Street.

#5 | Posted by A_Friend at 2026-04-24 08:44 PM

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