Public Opinion on Donald Trump's Presidency

SOURCE www.pewresearch.org
Americans are deeply divided over Donald Trump's presidency, with 47% approving of his job performance and 51% disapproving. Partisan divides are strong, with Republicans more supportive of Trump than Democrats. Views on Trump's personal traits and policies are also split along party lines.

Key Points

  • Strong partisan divides in approval/disapproval of Trump's job performance
  • Republicans more supportive of Trump than Democrats
  • Mixed assessments of Trump's personal traits
  • Divided views on Trump's policies and plans

Pros

  • 47% of U.S. adults approve of how Trump is handling his job as president
  • Republicans express confidence in Trump's leadership skills, mental fitness, and physical fitness

Cons

  • 51% of U.S. adults disapprove of Trump's job performance
  • Democrats express little to no confidence in Trump across various dimensions