Melania Trump's Popularity Compared: How She Ranks Among First Ladies

A YouGov survey found that Michelle Obama is viewed more favorably than other recent first ladies, while Melania Trump received mixed ratings. The poll was conducted among 2,255 US adults in early February.

Poll Results

The survey asked about opinions on four first ladies: Michelle Obama, Laura Bush, Hillary Clinton, and Melania Trump. Michelle Obama received a favorable rating from 51% of respondents, while Melania Trump had a more evenly divided response with 38% viewing her favorably and 40% unfavorably.

Melania Trump's Return to Public Life

Melania Trump recently returned to the White House for a non-consecutive term and has been promoting a new documentary highlighting her transition back into public life. She mentions being "much busier" during her second term as first lady.

Public Perception and Impact

The documentary aims to show the demands of returning to the White House. It premiered in Washington and will be available on streaming platforms. The poll reflects ongoing curiosity about how first ladies are judged and how perceptions change over time.

The survey results show Melania Trump with higher "don't know" responses than others, indicating less public familiarity or reluctance to form an opinion about her compared to other first ladies like Michelle Obama and Hillary Clinton.