Difference in approval rating between Trump’s two terms exposed.
People are buzzing over Donald Trump’s approval ratings — but not for the reasons you’d expect.
Trump’s second term profiled.
After the Capitol riots in 2021, many thought Trump’s political career was done and dusted.
Yet, in a stunning political comeback, the former president defeated Kamala Harris last November to return to the White House.
Promising a different path from Joe Biden, Trump’s second term has been anything but smooth sailing.
His ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ policy recently ignited a fiery feud with Elon Musk, who called the bill an ‘abomination’.
Immigration policy remains a hot button issue, with Trump reacting strongly to anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles.
LA’s protests have escalated tensions between law enforcement and demonstrators, marking a turbulent start to the administration’s immigration stance.
So, what do Americans really think about Trump’s performance this time?
Trump’s second term approval rating unraveled.
Five months into his second term, Trump’s numbers are making waves, and the comparison to his first term is jaw-dropping.
Back in 2017, Trump’s initial approval was already a tough pill, but this time, he’s smashed his own record — just not in a good way.
A Quinnipiac University poll released on June 11 reveals a grim picture: only 38 percent approve of Trump’s work as president.
Meanwhile, a hefty 54 percent disapprove overall, signaling a significant lack of confidence.
The survey drilled into key issues: economy, immigration, and the Ukraine-Russia war.
On the Ukraine conflict, only 34 percent of respondents back Trump’s approach.
Polling analyst Tim Malloy was blunt, saying, “Americans make it clear they have little appetite for the way the Trump administration is handling the situation.”
But how do these numbers stack up against his first term, from 2017 to 2021?
Trump’s first term recalled.
Trump’s first term was marked by relentless controversy and a polarized nation.
From the travel ban to impeachment proceedings, Trump’s early presidency was anything but smooth.
Despite this, Trump managed to maintain a loyal base that propelled him through the 2020 election.
However, the Capitol riots on January 6, 2021, fractured public perception dramatically.
Many Republicans distanced themselves, while Democrats and independents slammed the former president.
Returning to power, Trump vowed a “new America,” but key policies have only deepened existing divisions.
First term vs. second term breakdown confirmed.
Trump took the White House in 2016 by beating Hillary Clinton, then started with 42 percent approval after his first 100 days.
A viral Twitter post by Steven Rattner, a New York Times op-ed writer, has ignited a comparison frenzy.
According to Rattner, Trump’s approval rating after 100 days this term is 39 percent—just one point above current polls.
But here’s the kicker: both terms rank among the lowest presidential approval ratings in the last 60 years.
In fact, Trump’s second-term 100-day approval is the lowest seen in six decades, with his first term coming in second-worst.
Rattner wrote, “The next lowest is Trump’s first term,” highlighting the unprecedented slump.
By comparison, Barack Obama enjoyed a robust 69 percent approval at the same stage, while Ronald Reagan soared at 73 percent.
This stark contrast throws Trump’s political resilience into question despite his comeback.
Trump’s approval crisis deepens in second term.
Trump may have clawed his way back into the Oval Office, but the numbers show public confidence hasn’t followed him there.
With approval ratings scraping historic lows, the real battle for Trump might not be with his opponents — but with the American people.