Voters weigh Trump's record on border and economy

President Donald Trump faces judgment from voters in days on promises made during his 2024 campaign.

The president campaigned on a platform centered on reversing economic trends and securing the southern border. Two years after taking office, public opinion data shows a split view of his administration's results. While many Americans credit the administration with strengthening border security, others cite rising economic costs as a primary concern.

Trump defended his immigration record during a rally in Arizona on October 14. He stated that the administration inherited the worst border in American history and turned it into the safest. However, his broader immigration policies continue to draw criticism despite these high marks on border closure.

Economic approval ratings remain low, with the 'Liberation Day' tariffs cited as a major factor. Gas prices have increased by 40% since Trump was sworn in. This rise is driven primarily by disruptions to global oil supplies linked to the conflict in Iran. The president has fulfilled specific pledges to eliminate taxes on tips, overtime, and Social Security.

During a campaign speech in Asheville, North Carolina, on August 14, 2024, Trump promised to target car affordability, housing costs, insurance premiums, and prescription drug prices. He also pledged to keep the United States out of foreign conflicts, specifically promising to end the war in Ukraine on his first day in office. That conflict continues, as does the war in Iran. Trump has stated he will now address Cuba on the way home from Iran.