Global Condemnation: Trump’s Second Term Tanks US International Standing
The 2025 Democracy Perception Index reveals a sharply negative global perception of the United States, a 31-point decrease from 2024, with President Trump receiving the lowest overall rating among world leaders. Singapore and Switzerland received the highest positive ratings, while Iran and Israel had the most negative. This negative perception of the U.S. contrasts with its higher ranking in other recent surveys, highlighting the divergence in global opinions.