The findings show Melania Trump with a -16 approval rating — lower than her predecessor, Jill Biden (-9), but slightly higher than Hillary Clinton’s -17. In contrast, other first ladies historically scored much higher: Nancy Reagan +25, Lady Bird Johnson +23, Rosalynn Carter +32, Barbara Bush +21, Michelle Obama +21, and Laura Bush +19. Unsurprisingly, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis tops the charts with a +56 rating, remembered as an iconic figure in American history.
The poll also shows that Melania’s approval rating is notably stronger among Republican voters, while Democrats rate her less favorably. Overall, her tenure as First Lady appears polarizing, with public opinion reflecting both admiration for her initiatives and skepticism about her visibility in the White House.
Melania’s story reminds us that the role of First Lady is as much about public perception as policy, style, and personal initiatives. Her approach — balancing privacy, high-profile projects, and political visibility — continues to draw debate and discussion nationwide.
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