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Recent polling indicates that President Donald Trump is more popular than ever. And his rising approval numbers may keep going up. According to the first Emerson College Polling national survey of his new administration, Trump holds a 49% job approval rating, with only 41% disapproving. Additionally, 10% of respondents remain neutral.

“President Trump’s 49% job approval rating closely reflects his share of national support in the 2024 election, and his 41% disapproval is the lowest it has been in Emerson national polls dating back to his first term,” said Spencer Kimball, executive director of Emerson College Polling.

Approval ratings are positive across most age groups, including voters under 30 (46%-38%), except those over 70, who narrowly disapprove (49%-48%).

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Public Perception Shifts

The polling also reveals a shift in how Americans view the country’s trajectory. A majority of voters (52%) believe the United States is headed in the right direction, compared to 48% who think it is on the wrong track.

“The shift is rooted in a flip of Republican perception and lessening of independents who say the country is on the wrong track,” Kimball explained.

• Earlier this month, 70% of Republicans felt the country was on the wrong track; now, 87% believe it is headed in the right direction.
• The share of independents who say the country is on the wrong track dropped from 69% to 53%.
• Among Democrats, 79% still feel the country is on the wrong track, an increase from 62%.

Key Issues for Voters

Voters continue to prioritize major concerns, with the top issues being:

• The economy (35%)
• Immigration (16%)
• Threats to democracy (15%)
• Healthcare (9%)
• Housing affordability (6%)

Trump’s Rising Approval Numbers 

Trump’s approval rating surpasses that of most world leaders. A Morning Consult poll conducted between January 21 and 27 shows Trump outperforming all but four global figures.

The poll reports Trump’s approval rating at 52%, with 38% disapproving and 10% undecided. Among world leaders, only four had higher ratings:

• Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter
• Argentine President Javier Milei
• Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum
• Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Trump’s rising approval numbers signal growing public support, particularly among Republicans and younger voters. As his administration moves forward, these numbers could play a significant role in shaping future political strategies.