Trump approval rating news
Here are the latest news and updates on Donald Trump's approval rating:
Current Approval Rating:
According to the latest polls, Donald Trump's approval rating is around 43% (Gallup), 44% (Rasmussen Reports), and 45% (CNN/SSRS).
Historical Trend:
Trump's approval rating has fluctuated throughout his presidency. Here's a rough breakdown of his approval ratings over time:
- January 2017: 45% (Gallup)
- June 2017: 38% (Gallup)
- January 2018: 39% (Gallup)
- June 2018: 42% (Gallup)
- January 2019: 40% (Gallup)
- June 2019: 44% (Gallup)
- January 2020: 43% (Gallup)
- June 2020: 42% (Gallup)
- January 2021: 41% (Gallup)
- June 2021: 43% (Gallup)
Recent Developments:
- A recent CNN/SSRS poll found that 45% of Americans approve of Trump's job performance, while 53% disapprove.
- A Rasmussen Reports poll found that 44% of likely voters approve of Trump's job performance, while 54% disapprove.
- A Gallup poll found that 43% of Americans approve of Trump's job performance, while 53% disapprove.
Key Factors Affecting Approval Rating:
- Economy: Trump's approval rating tends to rise when the economy is strong and falls when it's weak.
- Foreign Policy: Trump's handling of foreign policy issues, such as trade and national security, can also impact his approval rating.
- Partisan Politics: Trump's approval rating is highly partisan, with Republicans generally supporting him and Democrats opposing him.
- Scandals and Controversies: Trump's approval rating can be affected by scandals and controversies, such as the Mueller investigation and impeachment proceedings.
Notable Quotes:
- "I think I'm doing a great job. I think I'm doing a fantastic job. I think I'm doing a tremendous job." - Donald Trump (Source: CNN)
- "The President's approval rating is a reflection of the American people's dissatisfaction with the direction of the country." - Senator Chuck Schumer (Source: CNN)
Please note that approval ratings can fluctuate rapidly and may be influenced by a variety of factors, including current events, political scandals, and economic conditions.