Trump approval ratings stall after DC dinner shooting

Trump approval ratings after DC dinner shooting

A new Reuters poll released this week shows the former president’s approval rating barely shifted, registering a ↓ 0.2% movement from 45% to 44.8% in the immediate aftermath of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting. Analysts note the modest dip falls within the margin of error, suggesting the incident failed to galvanize public sentiment.

“The data indicate no meaningful surge in support for Trump, despite the high‑profile nature of the attack,” said a senior pollster.

Other surveys, including an AP News composite, echo the finding: Trump’s approval hovers around the mid‑40s, with no discernible bounce. Critics argue the lack of shift reflects entrenched partisan views rather than the event’s impact.

Analysis by Eleanor Cross (Chief Washington Correspondent).