**US Losing Global Credibility Under Trump, Poll Shows**
A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll has found that a significant majority of Americans believe that President Donald Trump is harming the country’s reputation on the world stage. According to the survey, 59% of respondents think that Trump’s policies are costing the US its credibility globally.
This concern is not limited to Democrats, as one-third of Republicans also share these worries. The poll revealed growing dissatisfaction with Trump’s handling of various issues, including his approval rating, which stands at a low 42%. This marks the lowest level since he returned to the White House in January.
**Shifting US Policy Under Trump**
Trump’s second term has been marked by a significant departure from the more restrained approach of his first presidency. He has been accused of lashing out against the country’s friends and partners, while attempting to restore ties with Russia. This shift was particularly evident in Ukraine, where the US had previously provided crucial military and economic support.
Under Trump, the US presented itself as a mediator seeking to broker a ceasefire between Kyiv and Moscow. However, this approach has been criticized for being one-sided, with Trump pressuring Ukraine while applying little tangible pressure on Russia. The US even temporarily halted military support to Ukraine, while imposing fewer sanctions on Moscow.
**Russia’s Preferred Status**
Trump’s policies have also been seen as favoring Russia over other countries. For example, Russia was excluded from the US’s “reciprocal” tariffs, which sent shockwaves around the world. Trump’s special envoy has met with Russian President Vladimir Putin three times, often echoing Moscow’s narratives on the war in Ukraine.
Furthermore, Trump has repeatedly voted against motions supporting Ukraine in the UN, joining countries like Russia and Belarus. He has also publicly discussed annexing territory from US partners like Denmark and Canada, and directly challenged NATO’s principle of collective defense.
**Growing Skepticism Among Republicans**
The Reuters/Ipsos poll was conducted between April 16 and 21 and involved 4,306 US adults. The results suggest that Ukraine has enjoyed strong bipartisan support in the past, but later years saw the Republican Party grow increasingly skeptical about aiding Kyiv. A March poll showed that most Americans disapprove of Trump’s handling of the war and his embrace of Moscow.
A recent survey confirmed a widening gap between Republicans and Democrats, with the former seeing Russia less as an adversary and being less concerned about the outcome of the war. This shift has significant implications for US foreign policy and its global reputation.
**Conclusion**
The Reuters/Ipsos poll provides clear evidence that most Americans believe Trump’s policies are harming the country’s credibility globally. As the world grapples with the consequences of Trump’s actions, it is essential to understand the shifting landscape of US foreign policy and its impact on international relations.
