35% Say U.S. is in a Recession

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Publication Date: 08/05/2025 11:00 AM CST

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35% Say U.S. is in a Recession

Publication: 08/05/2025 11:00 AM CST

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Thirty-five percent (35%) say the country is currently in a recession.
- That's up from 30% in February, but down from 41% in April when the tariffs were first announced.
Half (50%) of voters report paying off their credit cards in full.
- That number has changed little since February.
Forty-six percent (46%) of voters say they are able to set aside money on a regular basis.

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