{"id":10644,"date":"2026-02-17T14:16:11","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T14:16:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/?p=10644"},"modified":"2026-02-17T14:16:11","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T14:16:11","slug":"new-poll-shows-how-americans-view-melania-trump-compared-to-other-first-ladies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/new-poll-shows-how-americans-view-melania-trump-compared-to-other-first-ladies\/","title":{"rendered":"New Poll Shows How Americans View Melania Trump Compared to Other First Ladies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Americans Weigh In on Melania Trump\u2019s Role as First Lady<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Melania Trump\u2019s time as Melania Trump<\/strong> has been a mix of public appearances and private life, reflecting the roller-coaster path of her husband, Donald Trump. While she continues to maintain a low profile, a new poll reveals what Americans really think about her tenure compared to other first ladies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Different Second Term<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Before returning to the White House in January last year, Melania promised her second term would be \u201cdifferent.\u201d The Slovenian-born former model planned to split her time between Washington, Palm Beach, and New York City, while continuing her duties as First Lady.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While her Be Best<\/strong> initiative remained ongoing, much of her second term centered on a documentary about her life. Amazon reportedly paid $40 million for the filming rights, and the film debuted in January. Melania expressed pride in the project despite mixed reviews:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cI\u2019m very proud of the film. People may like it, may not like it\u2014that\u2019s their choice. For me, it\u2019s already a success,\u201d she told CNN.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Poll Reveals Approval Ratings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A recent YouGov poll<\/strong> sheds light on public perception. Conducted online with 2,255 adults across two 2026 surveys, the poll used a weighted, stratified sample based on gender, age, race, education, voter registration, and previous election participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The results showed Melania with a -16 approval rating<\/strong>, lower than Jill Biden\u2019s -9 but slightly higher than Hillary Clinton at -17. By comparison, other First Ladies received considerably higher ratings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Nancy Reagan: +25<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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    • Lady Bird Johnson: +23<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Rosalynn Carter: +32<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Barbara Bush: +21<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Michelle Obama: +21<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Laura Bush: +19<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      The most popular remains Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis<\/strong>, who earned a staggering +56 approval rating during her time as First Lady from 1961\u20131963.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Melania Trump. Credit: Shutterstock.com<\/sup><\/sub><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      Political Divide<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      The poll also highlighted a partisan split: Melania\u2019s approval was higher among Republican voters than Democrats, reflecting the polarized views that often surround the Trump family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Your Take on Melania Trump<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      As Melania continues to navigate life beyond the White House spotlight, her legacy as First Lady remains a topic of debate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      What do you think about Melania Trump\u2019s tenure as First Lady? Share your thoughts in the comments below!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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