Americans divided over President Trump's pace in addressing major U.S. problems
Americans are divided over President Trump's pace in addressing major U.S. problems, with his initial job approval rating similar to his first term but below other presidents. Trump's current job approval rating is polarized among Republicans, Democrats, and independents.
Key Points
- Trump's job approval rating for his second term is at 47%, similar to his first term.
- Americans are divided on whether Trump's pace in addressing major problems is about right, too fast, or not fast enough.
- Trump's job approval rating is sharply polarized among Republicans, Democrats, and independents.
Pros
- Trump's current job approval rating is among the best he has received as president.
- Republicans overwhelmingly approve of the job he is doing so far.
- Support from Republicans and independents is slightly higher than in 2017.
Cons
- Trump remains the only elected president with sub-50% initial approval ratings.
- Democrats' support for Trump is even lower than in 2017.
- His latest disapproval rating is three percentage points higher than in 2017.