CNN Poll: Most Americans are discontented with Biden, the economy and the state of the country

The summer of 2022 is a season of deepening and widespread discontent, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS. The survey finds the public’s outlook on the state of the country the worst it’s been since 2009, while its view on the economy is the worst since 2011. […] Read more »

The worst final popularity rating ever for a first lady belongs to Melania Trump

Much has been written about President Donald Trump’s historically low popularity ratings as he leaves office. But the tarnish on the Trump brand goes beyond the President. Melania Trump leaves the White House with the worst popularity rating for any first lady at the end of her term in polling […] Read more »

Biden’s favorability on the rise as majority of Americans think he’s handling transition well

President-elect Joe Biden will take office Wednesday with high expectations and largely positive reviews of how he has handled the transition, according to a new CNN Poll conducted by SSRS. But those rosy assessments of Biden come as negative perceptions of how things are going in the United States are […] Read more »

Donald Trump, Michelle Obama Most Admired in 2020

Americans are most likely to name President Donald Trump and Michelle Obama as most admired man and woman in 2020. Trump tied former President Barack Obama for the honor last year but edged out his predecessor this year. Trump’s first-place finish ends a 12-year run as most admired man for […] Read more »

Trump, Biden Favorable Ratings Both Below 50%

Heading into presidential debate season, former Vice President Joe Biden edges out President Donald Trump in favorability ratings from the American people, 46% to 41%, while the candidates’ running mates are roughly tied in favorability. Sen. Kamala Harris, running for vice president on the Democratic ticket, is viewed favorably by […] Read more »