A recent YouGov poll reveals that Jimmy Kimmel holds a higher favorability rating than Donald Trump, with a +3 net favorability compared to Trump’s -13. This follows a controversy where Kimmel’s show was briefly suspended due to comments regarding the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The poll also found that most respondents did not believe Kimmel’s comments warranted a suspension. Following his return, Kimmel’s show saw a significant increase in viewership and his comeback monologue garnered millions of views across multiple platforms.
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Trump’s trailing in favorability polling against figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders, as a recent Gallup survey indicates, is perhaps not surprising, given the political climate. When we break it down, it’s interesting to see how this plays out. The poll reveals that Trump’s net favorable rating is significantly in the negative, standing at minus 16 points. With 41% viewing him favorably and a concerning 57% holding an opposite view, it’s clear there’s a substantial portion of the population with a negative perception. An additional 2% are undecided, which could potentially sway the numbers.
It’s also worth noting that favorability ratings don’t always directly translate into votes.… Continue reading
A recent Economist/YouGov poll reveals a significant drop in President Trump’s favorability among Generation Z voters, from +19 points post-election to -18 points currently. This sharp decline contrasts with Trump’s gains among young voters in the 2024 election, suggesting that the Republican party cannot depend on this demographic for future electoral success. The poll shows a majority of U.S. adults view Trump unfavorably, with his overall net favorability rating at -6. This shift may be attributed to several controversial policies introduced since the election.
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