An FT-published Focaldata national poll finds more than 53% of registered US
voters say their finances have worsened since Donald Trump returned to the White
House in January 2025. Nearly 57% of independents and about 25% of
self-identified Republicans also report deterioration. With under three months
to the November midterms, respondents were more likely to view Democrats than
Republicans as better able to handle inflation and cost-of-living issues;
Democrats also hold a slight edge on jobs and the economy.
