By John Q. Hosedrinker 
Following President Trump’s signing of the One Big Beautiful Bill, new polling indicates a significant public backlash, with a majority of Americans opposing the sweeping budget measure. A YouGov/Economist poll revealed that 53 percent of Americans disapprove of the bill, reflecting a rise in opposition since its unveiling. The controversial provisions of the bill include cuts to Medicaid and increased funding for immigration enforcement. The Congressional Budget Office estimates the bill will add trillions to federal deficits, and a majority of Americans expect it will hurt average Americans.
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Trump’s approval rating for “Big Beautiful Bill” plunges underwater.
It seems like every other day, the headlines scream about Trump’s approval rating taking a nosedive, particularly in relation to the “Big Beautiful Bill.” But honestly, the recurring nature of these reports makes one wonder: Why does it keep coming up? Is this really newsworthy at this point? The bill has already been passed, signed into law. Shouldn’t we be focusing on the implementation, the consequences, the *reality* of the situation rather than a fluctuating number?
It’s almost as if the constant repetition of these headlines is becoming background noise. The phrase “plunges underwater” loses its impact. It’s like a broken record, stuck on repeat. The American attention span is notoriously short, but even so, one has to question the ongoing relevance of these polls.
The sentiment from many seems to be that approval ratings, particularly at this stage, are almost irrelevant. The point is: The bill has already passed. Any outrage, any disapproval, feels almost performative. They had their chance, they voted for it, it happened. Does a continued drop in approval really change the course of action at this stage? Are those who are now surprised at the result going to do anything?
There’s a strong undercurrent of cynicism in the conversation. The suggestion is that the administration doesn’t necessarily *need* voters anymore, or, at the very least, that they don’t care about the changing sentiment. The gears of power are already in motion, and the focus has shifted beyond the initial approval.
The core concern seems to be that this focus on falling approval ratings, is a distraction. It’s like a constant stream of “look over there!” while something else far more impactful is happening right in front of everyone. The suggestion is that the real work is going on behind the scenes, and that the administration is getting away with things precisely because of the constant noise and the short attention span.
The idea that the midterms might offer a chance to “slow him down” also falls flat. The very real possibility of the election system itself being compromised casts a long shadow over this hope.
The constant reminder that this “Big Beautiful Bill” is in motion highlights that things have already happened. This creates the feeling that the news outlets are publishing the information too late to change the course of the action.
The emphasis shifts away from Trump’s popularity and on the *actions* taken. The discussion shifts from approval and into the results of the actions. This is a much more concerning result.
It seems the public is split. On one hand, some find the continuous reporting redundant. On the other hand, it could be argued that this ongoing focus is a desperate cry for action.