Survey: President Trump Remains Popular Among Hoosiers

The president's approval rating has increased since 2017.

(Muncie, Ind.) - A recent survey shows that President Trump remain popular in the State of Indiana.

The annual Old National Bank/Ball State University 2019 Hoosier Survey showed that 52 percent of Hoosiers approve of Trump’s job performance. 40 percent disapproved.

With impeachment hearings scheduled for Wednesday, it doesn't appear Hoosiers want to see President Trump removed from office. 

His approval numbers are highly reflected party affiliation with an 86 percent approval rating among Republicans.

Either way, Trump’s approval rating has improved since 2017, when only 41 percent of Hoosiers approved of his performance. 

The survey also asked Hoosiers about Democratic presidential candidates. Joe Biden was the most recognizable name among the candidates, followed by Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren. 

At the state level, approximately 50 percent approved of Governor Eric Holcomb’s performance. Only 17 percent disapproved of the Indiana Governor. 

The full survey can be found at https://bowencenterforpublicaffairs.org/

More from Local News


Events

Bascom: New Laws Take Effect July 1

State Rep. Bascom authored or co-authored four bills that have become law.

Indiana Cigarette Tax Increases to $2 Per Pack

The new public health policy went into effect July 1.

Versailles Native Wins Lions Pride 5K

The next Southeastern Indiana Racing Circuit event is July 12 in St. Leon.

IHSBCA Announces 2025 Academic All-State Team

Players from Batesville, East Central and Madison earned the honor.

Jac-Cen-Del Softball Team Had 4th Best GPA in the State

The Softball Coaches Association of Indiana has released their Team Academic All-State honorees.

On Air

Your Hometown Radio Station playing
Kathy Mattea - Walking Away A Winner

Doug Stone In a Different Light 19:25
Luke Combs Cold As You 19:22
K.T. Oslin I'll Always Come Back 19:18
Blake Shelton Turnin' Me On 19:09