Key Takeaways:
– Trump’s favorability has dropped almost ten points since the 2020 Election Day
– Majority of Americans express a negative view on Trump
– Trump’s popularity, even during his handling of the pandemic, was higher than current ratings
Latest Poll Reveals a Fall in Trump’s Popularity
Former president Donald Trump can’t seem to catch a break. A new ABC News/Washington Post poll shows that Trump’s popularity has plunged nearly ten points lower than what it was during the 2020 elections. About 57 percent of respondents view Trump unfavorably while 35 percent see him in a positive light. This finds Trump at a net-negative of 22 points on favorability.
Trump Losing Footing in Presidential Race
This seemingly fading approval rating could be a sign that Trump is losing his footing in the realm of politics. Just around Election Day 2020, Trump’s poll average was at 44.6%. Now, it’s almost ten points lower. With Trump’s drop in popularity, some Republicans might find it hard to come to terms with this reality.
Americans’ Unease with Trump
What seems to be concerning for the GOP is the evident unease of a majority of Americans toward their potential candidate. It’s not about political strategies or campaign slogans. It’s more personal. A large section of the American public just doesn’t seem to like Trump.
There are numerous ways to gauge the standing of a political figure. However, personal approval ratings have been a trusted yardstick for decades. Trump isn’t the first, nor will he be the last politician to come under the lens of this tool.
Trump’s Less-than-stellar Pandemic Response
During the height of the pandemic, despite criticism for handling the crisis, Trump enjoyed more popularity than he does today. Some voters seemed ready to ‘settle’ for Trump, as the only other option, amidst the narrative surrounding Joe Biden’s age.
However, given an alternative, an increasing majority is now rejecting Trump. This could suggest he was never the candidate that the majority wanted, but one they were willing to accept due to a lack of options.
Final Thoughts
Politics is continually evolving, and popularity is volatile. For someone like Trump, who relishes the spotlight, a slump in approval rating can seem like a fall from grace. But, it’s worth noting that the world of politics often resembles a roller-coaster ride, with its highs and lows. Only time will tell what lays ahead for Trump and the GOP.
For now, the only certainty seems to be that the majority of Americans have caught ‘Trump fatigue’. The polls suggest a desire for fresh faces and ideas in the political landscape. As the winds of change blow, who will be swept away and who will withstand the gale is a question that intrigues one and all. To quote a popular saying, the only constant in politics, like life, is change. And Trump’s falling popularity is proof of that.