Trump’s Approval Rating Rises in New National Poll
Former President Donald Trump’s approval rating is on the rise, according to a new national poll. The latest survey, done by Morning Consult between June 10 and June 12, found that 46 percent of registered voters approve of Trump’s performance, while 51 percent disapprove. This is a small but noticeable jump from previous weeks, when his approval rating was closer to 44 percent.
Strong Support Among Republicans
The poll also shows that Trump remains very popular with Republican voters. 81 percent of Republicans have a favorable opinion of Trump. This strong support comes even as Trump faces several legal challenges, including multiple indictments and civil cases.
Kyle Dropp, co-founder and president of Morning Consult, explained, “Trump’s base remains remarkably loyal. Even as he faces multiple indictments, his core supporters have not wavered.”
Comparing Trump and Biden
The survey also compared Trump’s approval rating to President Joe Biden’s. Biden’s approval rating stands at 41 percent, with 56 percent of those surveyed saying they disapprove of his job performance. These numbers show that both leading candidates are dealing with significant challenges as the 2024 presidential election gets closer.
- Trump: 46% approval, 51% disapproval
- Biden: 41% approval, 56% disapproval
Legal Troubles Boost Support Among Republicans
Political experts believe that Trump’s higher approval rating may be linked to recent news coverage about his legal troubles. “Every time Trump is in the news, especially regarding the indictments, his supporters seem to double down on their support,” said political scientist Sarah Longwell.
This effect is sometimes called a “rally-around-the-flag” event, where supporters become more loyal when their leader is under attack.
Details of the Poll
The Morning Consult poll included 6,000 registered voters from across the country. The margin of error for the survey is plus or minus 2 percentage points, which means the results could be slightly higher or lower, but are still considered reliable by experts.
Trump’s Campaign Responds
Trump’s campaign quickly responded to the poll’s results. Steven Cheung, a spokesperson for Trump’s campaign, said, “President Trump’s movement is stronger than ever. The American people are ready to return to prosperity and strength.”
The campaign argues that the poll proves Trump is the best candidate to challenge President Biden in the upcoming election.
Challenges Remain for Trump
While the poll numbers are good news for Trump, he still faces serious legal challenges. He is dealing with multiple criminal indictments and several civil cases. Legal experts say that the results of these cases could have a big impact on whether he can continue his run for the White House.
Independent and Conservative Voters
The poll found that independent voters are still mostly against Trump, with 58 percent saying they have a negative opinion of him. However, among self-identified conservatives, Trump’s approval rating is extremely high at 89 percent.
- Independents: 58% view Trump unfavorably
- Conservatives: 89% approve of Trump
Looking Ahead to 2024
As the campaign for the 2024 election heats up, both Trump and Biden are expected to focus on key battleground states to win over undecided voters. The poll shows that the race is still very close, and both candidates must work hard to convince Americans to support them.
High levels of polarization and skepticism remain among voters, meaning many people have strong feelings about each candidate, and some may not be satisfied with either choice.
- The 2024 presidential race is shaping up to be highly competitive
- Both Trump and Biden face unique challenges with voters
- Support among Republicans for Trump is strong, but independents are less convinced
What This Means for American Voters
The new poll shows that Donald Trump continues to enjoy strong loyalty from his core supporters, especially among Republicans and conservatives. At the same time, many other Americans remain divided or unhappy with both major candidates.
As more news about Trump’s legal battles and the campaign trail comes out, it’s likely that voter opinions will keep shifting. One thing is clear: the road to the 2024 presidential election will be full of twists and turns, and every poll will be watched closely by both sides.