President Donald Trump has recently contested the validity of what he calls “rigged” polls, asserting that his “true” approval rating stands at 64%, approximately a year into his second term.
In a post on Truth Social, he expressed, “The polls are rigged more than the writers,” and questioned why his rating isn’t reflected in surveys. He proclaimed, “Our country is ‘hotter’ than ever,” emphasizing the benefits of strong borders, low inflation, a robust military, and a flourishing economy, with a cheerful “Happy New Year!”
Accompanying his remarks was a photo shared earlier by the Republican National Committee, featuring a bold claim that “More than 50% of voters support President Trump.”
According to the Decision-making Desk headquarters, the average approval rating for the president based on public opinion polls was about 44.1%. However, reports from Insider Advantage suggest that 50% of potential voters approve of Trump’s performance, with 41% disapproving and 9% undecided.
This data was drawn from a survey of 800 likely voters conducted between December 19 and 20. The mixed-mode poll, which included text messages and cell phone calls, had a margin of error of 3.46 percentage points, with support estimated in the “50 percent territory.”
Polling expert Matt Towry noted that Trump’s approval rating has maintained levels above 50%. Even though it experienced a dip during a November survey, it has since rebounded. Improvements have reportedly been noted in various demographics, particularly among younger voters, women, and crucially, independent voters.
A recent AP-NORC poll indicated that a significant 80% of Republicans approve of Trump’s presidential performance, highlighting his enduring influence over the party. Trump has continued to emphasize his administration’s actions regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and economic recovery since former President Joe Biden’s term began. Recent reports also suggest inflation has decreased more than expected, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) falling to 2.7% instead of the anticipated 3.1%.
