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Trump 2nd Term Approval Higher Than Obama, Bush Within Their Parties—Polls

Trump 2nd Term Approval Higher Than Obama, Bush Within Their Parties—Polls

Summary

President Donald Trump's approval rating among Republicans is higher compared to that of former Presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush at the same point in their second terms. A CNN analysis shows Trump has an 86% approval rating from Republicans, while his overall approval rating among all Americans is lower.

Key Facts

  • President Trump's approval rating among Republicans is 86%.
  • At the same point in their second terms, Bush and Obama had a 77% approval rating among their own party members.
  • A specific survey showed Trump has an 81% approval rating among Republicans, but only 36% approval among all Americans.
  • Trump's overall approval rating is 38%, with a disapproval rating of 59%.
  • Different polls show slight variations, with approval ratings from 41% to 43.4%, and disapproval around 54-56%.
  • Trump’s endorsements in Republican primaries are seen as highly influential.
  • In comparison, Biden's net approval rating is -7, though he only served one term.

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