How Melania Trump Compares to Other First Ladies in Popularity Poll

Melania Trump has had a unique journey as First Lady of the United States, maintaining a relatively low profile compared to her husband, Donald Trump. A recent poll sheds light on public perception of her tenure.

Public Opinion and Initiatives

Throughout her time as First Lady, Melania Trump continued her Be Best initiative focusing on children's well-being. She also embarked on a documentary project, which Amazon purchased for $40 million and released in January.

Despite mixed reviews, Melania expressed satisfaction with the documentary's outcome, stating that it achieved the intended goals.

Poll Results Compared to Other First Ladies

A YouGov poll conducted with 2,255 adults revealed Melania Trump has an approval rating of -16. This is lower than former First Lady Jill Biden's rating of -9 but higher than Hillary Clinton's at -17.

Other former First Ladies such as Nancy Reagan and Michelle Obama have significantly higher ratings, with Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis holding the highest approval at +56.

Political Divides in Approval

The poll indicated that Melania's approval was higher among Republican voters compared to Democrats. This pattern aligns with broader political divides observed during her husband's political career.