A new Fox News poll finds that most voters are unhappy with the state of the economy, with 59% feeling pessimistic about it. Only 12% of voters say they are getting ahead financially, while 44% say they are falling behind. The poll also found that 26% of voters rate the economy positively, which is down from 31% last June.

Economic Concerns

The poll suggests that economic concerns are a major issue for voters, with 73% rating the economy negatively. This is a stark contrast to the bullish views during President Trump’s first term, when 57% felt optimistic about the economy. The poll also found that 54% of voters think President Trump’s economic policies benefit people with more money, while 20% think they benefit everyone.

The poll’s findings are largely based on party identification, with 81% of Democrats feeling pessimistic about the economy and 91% rating it negatively. Among Republicans, 42% think President Trump’s policies benefit everyone, while 49% say they are holding steady financially.

Trust in Government

The poll also found that trust in the federal government is at a low of 25%, with 63% of Republicans and 80% of independents saying they do not trust the government. The poll suggests that voters are unhappy with the government’s handling of various issues, including the economy and immigration.

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