CNN data analyst Harry Enten recently highlighted a striking development in American political polling, revealing that Donald Trump maintains a 100% approval rating among his Make America Great Again (MAGA) base. Citing an NBC News poll, Enten characterized this figure as an extraordinary statistical anomaly,
likening the former president’s total support within this group to the 1972 Miami Dolphins, the only NFL team to achieve a perfect season and a Super Bowl victory. The data underscores a clear ideological divide within the broader Republican Party. While some Republicans express disapproval of Donald Trump, Enten emphasizes that these individuals do not identify with the MAGA movement. He argued that loyalty within the movement is absolute, noting that membership in the movement is currently synonymous with total approval of the former president, leaving little room for dissent within that specific segment. Addressing questions from CNN anchor Sara Sidner regarding potential fracturing over recent military decisions—criticized by high-profile figures like Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly—Enten remains firm. He concluded that the data shows no signs of erosion or a shrinking base. Instead, the perfect approval rating serves as a definitive indicator of Trump’s unwavering grip on his most ardent supporters as the 2024 election cycle progresses.
