… Public opinion on Trump has been remarkably stable throughout his presidency. His approval rating has mostly been stuck in the high 30s to low 40s, and he’s consistently trailed his most likely Democratic opponent (Biden) in the polls by high single to low double digits. But as we close out 2019 and head into 2020, it seems that Trump is gaining ground. …
Trump’s upward trajectory is likely, at least in part, because of the economy. While most people have generally thought the economy is good, a booming 76% said it was good in the CNN poll out this week. That was the highest percentage since 2001. Meanwhile, the impeachment of Trump doesn’t seem to be making much of an impact on the polls. CONT.
Harry Enten, CNN