Majority in US say Trump prioritises personal wealth over all else: Poll

What happened: An AP-NORC poll found most US adults say President Donald Trump has put his personal financial interests and those of his inner circle ahead of the country's since returning to office in 2025. Key numbers: Over half say he invests in his own business "a lot"; 11 percent feel he represents regular Americans; 55 Why it matters: The results suggest public perception of Trump's second term is heavily critical and polarised, with sentiment on his ethical conduct splitting along party lines. A separate Reuters/Ipsos poll found his approval at 32 percent, the lowest of his career.

An AP-NORC poll found most US adults say President Donald Trump has put his personal financial interests and those of his inner circle ahead of the country's since returning to office in 2025.

The results suggest public perception of Trump's second term is heavily critical and polarised, with sentiment on his ethical conduct splitting along party lines. A separate Reuters/Ipsos poll found his approval at 32 percent, the lowest of his career.