Two new surveys out Monday morning point to growing support for President-elect Trump as he settles into building his administration and memories of the combative presidential election begin to fade.
A new Pew Research Center survey shows that of Trump supporters, 96 percent feel “hopeful,” and 74 percent “proud” of their presidential pick.
And even 58 percent of Clinton voters said they are “willing to give Trump a chance and see how he governs as president.”
Trump’s approval numbers have also seen a 24 point swing since the election, and for the first time since announcing his presidential bid his approval and disapproval numbers are the same.
In a Morning Consult-Politico survey, his favorable-unfavorable numbers are 46 percent to 46 percent.
Before the election, his favorable rating was 37 percent and unfavorable 61 percent.
“Trump’s favorability among voters has reached new highs since he became president-elect,” said Morning Consult Cofounder and Chief Research Officer Kyle Dropp. “This honeymoon phase is common for new presidents. For example, Obama saw about a 20 point swing in his favor following the 2008 election.”
Paul Bedard, the Washington Examiner’s “Washington Secrets” columnist, can be contacted at [email protected]
