As President Donald Trump approaches the 100-day mark of his second term, his administration has implemented sweeping changes that have reshaped both domestic and foreign policy landscapes, while facing significant public disapproval [1][2][9].

Trump's actions have targeted long-standing government programs and international relationships. He has taken aim at New Deal and Great Society programs, while also departing from traditional Republican stances on free trade and international alliances [8][9].

In a controversial move, Trump deployed Elon Musk, the world's richest person, to drastically reduce the federal workforce. The cuts were implemented rapidly, with assessments of their impact occurring only after the fact [8][9][10].

On the international stage, Trump has unilaterally declared his intention to reshape the post-World War II alliance with Europe, a partnership that has largely maintained peace for nearly eight decades [8][9]. He has also made extraordinary emergency declarations to rewrite global trade rules, causing panic in markets and capitals worldwide [8][9][10].

These actions have not been without consequences. According to a new NBC News poll, 55% of Americans disapprove of Trump's job performance, while only 45% approve [14][15][16]. The poll reveals deep divisions on key issues:

51% disapprove of Trump's handling of immigration and border security 60% disapprove of his approach to inflation and cost of living 61% disapprove of his management of tariffs and trade [14][15][16]

The intensity of opposition appears to outweigh support, with over 40% of Americans strongly disapproving of the president's performance, compared to only 25% who strongly approve [15][16][17].

Meanwhile, some Republican representatives in swing districts have become increasingly difficult to reach. Rep. Scott Perry of Pennsylvania, for instance, has been notably absent from public engagements, with his office providing little information about his whereabouts or activities [1][2][3].

As the administration moves forward, the impact of these sweeping changes and the public's response to them will likely continue to shape the political landscape in the United States and beyond.