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REVEALED: Less than half of republicans are still optimistic about trumps tariffs data shows - The Real Truth

Republicans are divided, with 34% anticipating roughly equal positive and negative effects from tariffs, while 26% expect mostly negative results. (Credit: Getty Images)

Confidence in President Donald Trump's tariffs among members of the GOP has weakened, with just four in 10 Republicans and Republican-leaning independents expecting the trade policies to have mostly positive effects on the country in the coming years.

The Pew Research Center found that share has fallen from 52% in August 2025 and 49% in January 2026, showing a weakening outlook within the president's own political coalition.

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