Fact Check: Is Trump's social media post claim that his poll numbers are the highest true?
WASHINGTON, DC: Amid the criticisms and pressure against President Donald Trump and his administration, in a recent post on social media, the president claimed that his real poll numbers are the highest, drawing mockery and speculations, with many questioning the claim’s authenticity. Let us analyze the polls and fact-check the viral claim.
Claim: Donald Trump claims his real poll numbers are highest
The speculations surfaced after Trump, on his official Truth Social handle, thanked his supporters. In his latest post, the president stated, “MY REAL POLL NUMBERS ARE THE HIGHEST THEY HAVE EVER BEEN. THANK YOU!!! President DJT.”
The post, which has garnered more than a million views, drew mixed reactions from online users, with his supporters praising the alleged numbers, while his critics slammed him, with some accusing him of spreading lies.
Meanwhile, a few others appeared to remain skeptical and called for a fact-check.
Fact Check: Recent polls contradict Donald Trump's claim
The claim, however, is false as Americans have never been more disapproving of Trump amid sky-high gas prices and the ongoing tensions surrounding his war and then subsequent ceasefire deal with Iran.
Multiple polls released in recent weeks show Trump’s approval rating has plummeted.
A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll found just 34 percent of Americans approve of Trump’s job performance compared to 64 percent who said they disapprove.
A survey conducted by The Economist from June 19 to June 22 found 39 percent of respondents approving of Trump’s performance compared with 58 percent disapproving.
According to a RealClearPolitics poll, presidential job approval polls show Trump with an average approval of 40.4 percent and an average disapproval of 57.7 percent for the period starting May 29 and ending June 23.
It is said that the president's declining approval ratings may contribute to his party's likely defeat in this year's midterm elections.
Donald Trump's approval ratings hit a new low ahead of midterms
Trump’s approval fell to its lowest level even amongst Republicans ahead of the crucial midterm elections.
A Fox News poll from last month suggests that Trump’s popularity has hit a new low as voters are increasingly growing pessimistic about his handling of key issues.
Voters were not only upset with his handling of the economy, but the majority also opposed the US’s involvement in Iran, although many believed that they were winning the war.
Along with the Republicans, the poll also found that his support among non-MAGA Republicans, white voters, and rural Americans has dropped to its lowest point of his presidency.
