Global distrust of US persists after midterm rout

Americans sharply rejected President Donald Trump in the midterm elections, flipping both houses of Congress to Democratic control, yet global distrust of the U.S. persists amid ongoing concerns over tariffs and unpredictable policy. Leaders and citizens worldwide doubt one election will restore faith, citing Trump's continued powers, his tariff war, and immigration crackdown. Many await concrete actions, particularly on reversing costly tariffs, to rebuild trust in American reliability. The election showed U.S. institutions remain robust, but skepticism endures. Businesses and aspiring immigrants remain cautious, with many questioning whether policy changes will materialize or if America's "wild swings" will continue.