A recent Associated Press-NORC poll reveals a stark landscape of economic anxiety gripping the United States, with mounting concerns about job prospects and financial stability under the Trump administration [1][2].

The survey exposes a troubling trend: 47% of U.S. adults now report being 'not very' or 'not at all confident' about finding a good job, a significant increase from 37% in October 2023 [3][4]. This growing pessimism signals a potential political and economic turning point.

Financial stressors are multifaceted, with electricity bills emerging as a major concern for 36% of adults. The anticipated expansion of AI data centers threatens to further strain the power grid, compounding economic uncertainties [5].

More than half of surveyed Americans cited grocery costs as a significant financial burden, highlighting the pervasive economic challenges facing households. Rising prices in housing, healthcare, and essential goods have created a perfect storm of financial stress [2].

The poll suggests the Trump administration's promised economic boom has given way to hiring freezes and persistent inflation, potentially damaging Republican economic credibility [1].

Young adults appear particularly impacted, with diminishing optimism about future economic opportunities. The survey paints a picture of a workforce grappling with unprecedented economic instability.