Donald Trump Achieves First-Ever Positive Favorability Rating After Re-Election

President-elect Trump sees a net approval boost as polls show growing confidence in his leadership and transition process.

Donald Trump has reached a net positive favorability rating for the first time, with RealClearPolitics showing a +2 approval score as of December 11, 2024.
Polls indicate that 55% of Americans approve of Trump's handling of the presidential transition, though his ratings lag behind those of recent predecessors like Barack Obama and Joe Biden.
Public confidence in Trump's ability to handle key issues, such as the economy (65%) and immigration (60%), has risen, with his economic leadership receiving especially strong marks.
While 54% of respondents expect Trump to do a good job as president, only 48% believe the changes he brings will be positive, highlighting lingering skepticism among some voters.
Trump's cabinet picks and transition decisions have drawn mixed reactions, with approval for nominees like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Marco Rubio, but significant opposition to others such as Pete Hegseth for Defense Secretary.