Sh0cking new poll exposes truth about Trump’s
Mike Johnson’s Inflated Claim
During a CNBC appearance, Mike Johnson praised Donald Trump, claiming his approval had reached a record “90 percent,” citing CNN.
What the Polls Actually Say
CNN’s July 17 poll tells a different story: only 42% of Americans approved of Trump’s performance, and just 37% thought he focused on the right issues.
Broader Polling Trends
Other major polls support CNN’s data. Reuters/Ipsos showed Trump at 41% approval, while The Economist/YouGov found 55% disapproval. Even the most favorable poll—Rasmussen—put him at 50%, still far from 90%.
Likely Misunderstanding
Johnson may have confused national approval with Republican support. CNN noted 88% of Republicans back Trump, a figure he may have “rounded up to 90 percent.” As MSNBC pointed out, Johnson likely misrepresented party-specific data as national.
