Summary
President Donald Trump continues to have strong support from Republicans who identify with the MAGA movement but faces criticism on healthcare costs from within this group. A recent survey found differences in opinion on economic issues between MAGA Republicans and other Republicans. President Trump's overall job approval stands at 37%.
Key Facts
- A survey by the Angus Reid Institute polled 1,838 U.S. adults from January 16–20, 2026.
- Most MAGA Republicans support President Trump but are divided on household healthcare costs.
- Non-MAGA Republicans show negative views on the cost of living and healthcare changes.
- Trump’s overall job approval is 37%, with 93% approval from MAGA Republicans and 69% from other Republicans.
- Cost of living and inflation are the top issues for 53% of survey respondents.
- The poll found high praise for Trump's handling of border immigration and the stock market.
- The survey used a representative sample based on U.S. census demographic data.