Global and domestic resistance to Donald Trump

Donald Trump is experiencing increasing resistance from international leaders, domestic institutions, and the public. Early reports indicate that European allies have declined participation in proposed military actions against Iran, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a Gaza plan. Additionally, Canadian leadership has resisted tariff threats, and Gulf Arab nations successfully pressured the administration regarding shipping fee proposals in the Strait of Hormuz.

Domestically, resistance has emerged within U.S. universities, legal institutions, and bond markets, alongside internal Republican Party challenges where voters rejected endorsed candidates in 10 primaries.

Subsequent polling data shows significant declines in approval ratings. In the United States, Trump holds a 35% approval rating with a net approval of -25, driven largely by demographic divides and inflation concerns. Internationally, disapproval remains high across Europe, with particularly strong negative sentiment in Denmark, the United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, and Spain. These tensions are compounded by threats to cut trade with the European continent.