Since President Donald Trump began his second term in January, his administration has already implemented sweeping changes to both domestic and international policy. With over 100 executive orders signed and the initiation of a global trade dispute, the early months of his presidency have been marked by significant activity and controversy.
Among the more contentious moments was a White House visit from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, during which Vice President JD Vance openly criticized him during a televised appearance—an incident that drew widespread attention.
Given such high-profile and divisive actions, questions have emerged about whether those who supported Trump in the 2024 election would still stand by their decision. To assess this, CNN political analyst Harry Enten reviewed recent data from a YouGov poll that aimed to measure post-election voter sentiment.
Contrary to speculation, the poll showed that only a very small portion of Trump voters expressed regret. According to Enten, only around two percent of those who backed Trump in 2024 would now change their vote, with an additional one percent preferring not to vote at all. These figures suggest that any shift in support is negligible.
Enten emphasized that while media narratives often highlight disillusionment among Trump voters, the polling data does not reflect widespread regret. “The idea that large numbers of Trump voters are second-guessing their decision simply isn’t supported by the numbers,” he stated.
The poll also showed consistent loyalty among voters who supported Vice President Kamala Harris and the Democratic Party in 2024, indicating that both major political bases remain largely intact.
Looking at historical trends, Enten noted that following Trump’s initial election in 2016, a slightly higher percentage—around four percent—of his voters reported second thoughts. By comparison, the current rate of regret is even lower, suggesting stronger support during his current term than in his first.
In summary, recent polling indicates that despite ongoing political turbulence, Trump retains solid backing among those who voted for him, with minimal evidence of voter remorse.
