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Ridgewood NJ, less than a month into his second term, President Donald Trump maintains a positive approval rating among U.S. adults, according to a new CBS News/YouGov poll. The survey, conducted from February 5 to February 7, 2024, reveals that 53% of respondents approve of Trump’s job performance, while 47% disapprove.
Trump’s Approval Rating Breakdown
The poll further details the intensity of opinions:
- 31% strongly approve
- 22% somewhat approve
- 9% somewhat disapprove
- 38% strongly disapprove
With a margin of error of ±2.5 points, these numbers reflect a divided but engaged electorate.
How Much Political News Are Americans Following?
Since the 2024 election, Americans have varied in how closely they follow political developments:
- 45% pay a lot of attention
- 35% pay some attention
- 15% pay not much attention
- 5% pay none at all
This suggests that a majority of Americans remain engaged in political discourse, which could impact public opinion as Trump’s presidency progresses.
Trump’s Early Presidency: Exceeding Expectations?
When asked how Trump’s performance compares to expectations:
- 49% say he’s doing more than expected
- 41% say he’s doing about what they expected
- 9% say he’s doing less than expected
Among those who believe he’s doing more, 61% approve of his actions, while 39% disapprove.
How Do Americans Describe Trump?
Poll respondents were asked which traits they associate with Trump. The most common descriptors included:
✅ Tough
❌ Less compassionate
Is Trump Keeping His 2024 Campaign Promises?
A strong majority (70%) believe Trump is fulfilling the promises made during his 2024 campaign, while 30% think he has diverged from them.
Trump’s Policy Priorities: Public Perception
The poll also asked whether Trump is focusing too much, too little, or the right amount on key issues:
Key Policy Findings
- Natural disaster relief: 49% say Trump is giving it the right amount of focus.
- Tariffs on foreign goods: 49% believe he’s focusing too much.
- Lowering prices of goods and services: 66% say he’s not focusing enough.
- Deporting undocumented immigrants:
- 44% say the focus is right
- 43% say he’s too focused on it
- 13% say not focused enough
What’s Next for Trump’s Presidency?
As Trump’s administration moves forward, these findings indicate strong opinions on both sides. With continued scrutiny over economic policies, immigration, and disaster relief, the coming months will shape how Americans perceive his leadership.
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