#1: Trump’s Early Honeymoon Is Over—And the Gender Divide Remains

The weekend before Trump’s inauguration, 49% of young Americans (18-29) in our SocialSphere tracker expressed optimism about his presidency—likely fueled as much by frustration with Biden as pure excitement for Trump.

• In Biden’s final days, his approval among young voters was just 34%.
• Only 23% believed he met their expectations.
• 45% felt his presidency had negatively impacted their lives.

#2: Economic Concerns Dominate Gen Z’s Political Priorities

#3: Cultural Issues Still Matter, But They’re Not the Main Event

While cultural issues still exert influence, economic challenges—rising costs, employment instability, and healthcare accessibility—are the principal concerns for Gen Z voters.