Donald Trump's approval rating at the outset of his second term is 47%, mirroring his first term's rating of 45%, making him historically unpopular among US presidents since 1953. His disapproval rating stands slightly higher than during his initial term at 48%. While most presidents benefit from a 'honeymoon phase' with high initial approvals, Trump's ratings remain low. Comparatively, John F. Kennedy holds the highest initial approval rating at 72% in 1961. Trump, despite the controversies of his presidency, claims a mandate for significant policy shifts as he initiates another series of executive orders.
President Donald Trump's initial job approval rating for his second term stands at 47%, historically low compared to all other US presidents since 1953.
Trump remains the only elected president with sub-50% initial approval ratings, and his disapproval rating now stands at 48%, higher than in 2017.
John F. Kennedy begins his presidency with an approval rating of 72%, showcasing a sharp contrast to Trump's continued unpopularity after two terms.
Despite his historic unpopularity, Trump claims a strong mandate for radical policy changes as he begins his second term with numerous executive orders.
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