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Trump's Approval Ratings Surge Early in Second Term

A CBS News poll shows President Trump with a 53% approval rating, exceeding any point in his first term, as Americans respond to his policies and leadership style.

President Donald Trump waves after arriving on Air Force One to Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida on February 7, 2025. Trump is expected to stay at his Mar-a-Lago home in Palm Beach before traveling to New Orleans on Sunday for the Super Bowl.
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Overview

  • President Trump's approval rating has reached 53%, the highest of his political career, according to a CBS News poll, reflecting a stark contrast to his first term.
  • 70% of Americans believe Trump is keeping his campaign promises, a significant increase from 46% in 2017, with high marks for his immigration and border policies.
  • Key policies such as deploying troops to the US-Mexico border and mass deportation efforts have majority support, with 64% and 59% approval, respectively.
  • Criticism persists around economic concerns, with 66% of respondents saying Trump is not doing enough to address the cost of living, and skepticism over his proposal to take over Gaza.
  • Elon Musk's role in leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has divided public opinion, with 51% supporting his influence on government operations.