President Donald Trump is set to meet with GOP House leaders on Tuesday ahead of a crucial vote on the Senate version of his budget resolution. This meeting comes as the National Republican Congressional Committee plans to hold a fundraiser that evening, with Trump as the guest of honor.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is reportedly preparing to bring the Senate budget proposal to a vote as early as Wednesday. The measure allocates $175 billion for border security and expands Trump’s 2017 tax cuts. However, several House Republicans, including Chip Roy of Texas and Andy Ogles of Tennessee, have expressed opposition to the Senate’s budget proposal, arguing that it does not sufficiently reduce spending.
Despite the pushback from some House members, Trump’s approval rating has seen a notable increase, reaching near-record levels. A recent poll conducted by J.L. Partners in collaboration with the Daily Mail, which surveyed 1,000 registered voters from March 31 to April 3, indicated that Trump’s approval rating rose to 53 percent, a four-point increase from the previous week. This rise in support comes even after the imposition of sweeping tariffs on multiple trading partners on April 2, which had sparked outrage among Democrats, establishment Republicans, and mainstream media.
The poll results were described as “surprising,” especially given the stock market turmoil that followed the tariff announcements. Notably, Trump’s favorability rating among voters aged 18 to 29 improved by 13 points since early March, suggesting a shift in support from younger voters who had previously leaned toward Joe Biden in the 2020 election.
Additionally, the study revealed a six-point increase in Trump’s approval among registered Democrats and independents, as well as a significant 17-point rise in favorability among Black voters since the last survey.
As Trump approaches the 100-day mark of his presidency, many American employers and job board leaders have given him a favorable assessment, indicating confidence in his economic policies. TaChelle Lawson, founder of FIG Strategy & Consulting, noted that she would give Trump a solid B+ for his focus on economics and support for American businesses, although she suggested that his messaging could improve.
A quarterly survey conducted by RedBalloon and PublicSquare found that more than two-thirds of small business owners expect the economy to experience either “slow” or “robust” growth throughout the year, marking a significant turnaround from previous negative outlooks. RedBalloon CEO Andrew Crapuchettes emphasized the importance of a strong U.S. economy, stating that when small businesses thrive, they can have a positive impact globally.
PublicSquare CEO Michael Seifert echoed this sentiment, highlighting the administration’s efforts to tackle overregulation and bureaucratic red tape that hinder business growth. As Trump continues to navigate these political and economic challenges, his meeting with House leaders could play a pivotal role in shaping the future of his budget proposal and overall legislative agenda.
