Trump Approval Holds Steady

A new AP/NORC poll finds 42% of Americans approve of President Trump’s handling of his job, in line with where he has been throughout his tenure. Just 7% of Democrats have a positive view of Trump as president.

“Trump’s job approval rating and other markers in the survey underscore the deeply divisive nature of his presidency, with Republicans largely favoring his actions and Democrats overwhelmingly disapproving. As Trump eyes his reelection campaign, it suggests his path to victory will hinge on rallying higher turnout among his core supporters as opposed to persuading new voters to back his bid for a second term.”

Also interesting: 61% of Americans say Trump has little or no respect for the country’s democratic institutions and traditions.