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How Trump's Popularity Compares to Obama, Biden, Clinton: Poll

How Trump's Popularity Compares to Obama, Biden, Clinton: Poll

Summary

A recent national poll shows that former President Barack Obama is the most popular living U.S. president, with a 57% favorability rating. President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden have lower favorability ratings, at 34% and 30% respectively, reflecting deep political divisions in the country.

Key Facts

  • The CNN/SSRS poll surveyed 2,480 U.S. adults in May 2024.
  • Barack Obama leads with 57% favorability, the highest among living presidents.
  • President Trump has a 34% favorability rating, the lowest of his second term so far.
  • President Biden’s favorability rating is 30%, continuing a downward trend.
  • Obama is popular across independents (56%) and has some support from Republicans (about 20%).
  • Trump and Biden have very little support outside their own parties (around 5%).
  • Former Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush have more balanced ratings, with Bush at 42% favorable.
  • The poll shows that presidential reputations can change after leaving office but remain influenced by party loyalty.
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