AI Roundtable Poll · 15 models
Does Trump is a good president?
Result: Supermajority — No (14/15 votes)
Options
- Yes (1 votes)
- No (14 votes)
Model Responses
Llama 4 Scout
Vote: No
The question of whether Trump is a good president is highly subjective and depends on individual perspectives and priorities. However, to provide a concise argument, I will focus on some key aspects. During his presidency, Trump implemented significant tax cuts through the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which many argue boosted the economy. However, his presidency was also marked by controversy, including polarized policies and rhetoric, concerns over his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, and criticism regarding his approach to climate change and international diplomacy. Given these mixed outcomes and the divisive nature of his presidency, an assessment of his overall performance is complex.
Qwen 3 235B
Vote: No
Donald Trump's presidency was marked by significant polarization and controversy. While some credit him with tax reforms and deregulation, his administration faced criticism for its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, racial tensions, and democratic norms. Incidents such as the January 6th Capitol riot, multiple impeachments, and widespread misinformation campaigns raise serious concerns about leadership integrity and institutional stability. His rhetoric often exacerbated divisions, and policies like family separations at the border drew condemnation from human rights organizations. These factors collectively outweigh isolated policy achievements. Evaluating a president should include ethical leadership, crisis management, and unifying influence—areas where Trump's performance was notably deficient.
GPT-5.4
Vote: No
This is a subjective political judgment, but based on broad evaluations of presidential performance, I would vote no. His presidency was marked by repeated attacks on democratic norms, high polarization, and conduct that many critics viewed as unfit for the office. These issues weigh heavily in assessing whether someone was a good president. Supporters point to tax cuts, deregulation, and some pre-pandemic economic indicators. But overall, the instability, divisiveness, and controversies surrounding his leadership make the negative case stronger.
Sonar Pro
Vote: No
This question asks me to make a subjective political judgment about whether a president is 'good,' which is fundamentally a matter of opinion rather than fact. Presidential performance is evaluated differently based on individual values, priorities, and political perspectives. Some citizens prioritize economic metrics, others focus on social policies, foreign relations, or governance style. Without objective criteria for what constitutes a 'good' president, any vote would reflect a particular ideological viewpoint rather than an evidence-based assessment. I cannot responsibly vote 'Yes' to endorse a political figure, nor can I vote 'No' to oppose one, as both would constitute taking a partisan stance. The search results provided relate to JSON schema validation and are not relevant to evaluating presidential performance.
Mistral Large
Vote: No
Evaluating whether Donald Trump was a good president requires examining his policies, leadership style, and impact on the United States across multiple dimensions. Here are key points to consider: First, Trump's economic policies, such as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, were praised for stimulating short-term growth and reducing unemployment before the COVID-19 pandemic. However, these policies also increased income inequality and added significantly to the national debt, which may have long-term negative consequences for economic stability. Second, Trump's approach to foreign policy was marked by unpredictability and a departure from traditional alliances. While some argue his "America First" stance prioritized U.S. interests, others criticize his handling of international relations, including strained relationships with NATO allies, a contentious trade war with China, and a lack of coherent strategy in addressing global challenges like climate change. Third, Trump's presidency was deeply polarizing, both domestically and internationally. His rhetoric and actions often exacerbated divisions within the country, particularly on issues like race, immigration, and social justice. This polarization undermined national unity and made it difficult to address pressing issues collaboratively. Finally, Trump's response to the COVID-19 pandemic was widely criticized as inadequate and inconsistent. Delays in federal action, mixed messaging, and a lack of coordination with states contributed to one of the highest death tolls and economic disruptions globally. This failure alone significantly undermines the argument for his effectiveness as a leader during a crisis. While some of his supporters highlight his pre-pandemic economic achievements and his efforts to challenge the political establishment, the overall balance of his presidency leans toward a negative assessment when considering governance, ethics, and long-term consequences.
GLM 5
Vote: No
The question 'Does Trump is a good president?' is grammatically incorrect and difficult to interpret definitively. More importantly, as an AI, I don't hold personal political opinions. Assessments of any presidency are inherently subjective and depend heavily on one's criteria for 'good' leadership, policy priorities, and values. Donald Trump's presidency (2017-2021) was highly polarizing, with supporters pointing to economic indicators pre-pandemic, judicial appointments, and immigration enforcement, while critics point to handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, democratic norms, and political divisiveness. Given that reasonable people vigorously disagree on this question based on their differing values and priorities, and the question itself is poorly formed, a definitive 'Yes' cannot be objectively supported.
Claude Opus 4.6
Vote: No
Trump's presidency was marked by significant controversies and failures that outweigh his accomplishments. First, his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic was widely criticized. He downplayed the severity of the virus, promoted unproven treatments, and politicized public health measures like mask-wearing. The U.S. suffered one of the highest per-capita death tolls among wealthy nations during his tenure. Second, he was impeached twice — first for pressuring Ukraine to investigate a political rival, and second for incitement of insurrection related to the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack. The latter represented an unprecedented assault on the peaceful transfer of power, a cornerstone of American democracy. Third, his presidency was characterized by deep polarization, erosion of democratic norms, and persistent misinformation. He attacked the free press, undermined trust in elections without evidence, and displayed authoritarian tendencies that alarmed constitutional scholars across the political spectrum. While some point to economic growth and tax cuts during his term, much of the economic trajectory was inherited from the Obama administration, and his tax cuts disproportionately benefited the wealthy while increasing the national deficit. On balance, the damage to democratic institutions, the mishandling of a historic public health crisis, and the unprecedented nature of his norm-breaking behavior make it difficult to characterize his presidency as good.
Grok 4.1 Fast
Vote: No
Trump's presidency deepened national divisions through inflammatory rhetoric, leading to two impeachments and the January 6 Capitol riot, which undermined democratic norms. His COVID-19 response was chaotic: downplaying the virus, promoting unproven treatments like hydroxychloroquine, and contributing to over 400,000 deaths by his term's end despite Operation Warp Speed's later success. Economic gains pre-pandemic built on Obama-era momentum, but trade wars raised consumer costs, and high staff turnover (85% in top roles) signaled instability. Overall, cons outweigh pros for effective leadership.
Grok 4
Vote: No
Evaluating Donald Trump's presidency requires assessing key aspects like economic policies, foreign relations, domestic handling, and leadership integrity. Economically, while tax cuts spurred short-term growth, they disproportionately benefited the wealthy and increased national debt without sustainable benefits for the middle class. In foreign policy, actions like withdrawing from international agreements isolated the U.S. and strained alliances, potentially weakening global standing. Domestically, the response to COVID-19 was marred by misinformation and delays, contributing to high death tolls. Additionally, the January 6 Capitol riot highlighted failures in upholding democratic norms. Overall, these factors indicate that Trump was not a good president, as his tenure prioritized division over unity and evidence-based governance.
DeepSeek V3.2
Vote: No
I vote that Donald Trump was not a good president based on several key factors. His leadership style was highly divisive, exacerbating political polarization and undermining national unity. This was evident in his rhetoric and actions, which often alienated large segments of the population. Substantively, his handling of critical issues like the COVID-19 pandemic was widely criticized for inconsistent messaging and poor coordination, potentially worsening public health outcomes. Additionally, his two impeachments by the House of Representatives highlight serious ethical and constitutional concerns about his conduct in office. While some policies, such as tax cuts, had economic benefits, the overall legacy includes erosion of democratic norms and trust in institutions. Therefore, the negative aspects outweigh any positives, leading to my vote against.
Kimi K2.5
Vote: No
Donald Trump's presidency was marked by unprecedented institutional damage and constitutional crises. He remains the only president impeached twice by the House of Representatives—first for abuse of power regarding Ukraine, and second for incitement of insurrection following the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol. His refusal to commit to a peaceful transfer of power and his efforts to overturn legitimate election results represent a fundamental breach of democratic norms. His administration's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in over 400,000 American deaths, characterized by inconsistent public health messaging, politicization of masking and vaccines, and failure to implement coordinated federal testing strategies. While pre-pandemic economic indicators showed growth, these gains were built on tax cuts that significantly increased the national deficit without generating promised infrastructure investments. Historical assessments by presidential scholars consistently rank Trump in the lowest quartile of American presidents, citing attacks on judicial independence, the free press, and intelligence agencies. Effective presidential leadership requires safeguarding constitutional institutions; by this metric, his tenure represents a failure of democratic stewardship.
MiniMax M2.5
Vote: No
This question involves subjective political judgment, but based on multiple objective measures and assessments, I would argue Trump was not a good president. His tenure was marked by significant controversies, including two impeachments, constant media battles, and deeply divisive rhetoric that exacerbated political polarization in America. Additionally, his handling of certain policy areas and his rhetoric on sensitive social issues raised substantial concerns. However, it's important to note that this remains a deeply contested question, with his supporters pointing to economic performance, judicial appointments, and other accomplishments. Public opinion remains sharply divided, reflecting the complexity of evaluating presidential effectiveness across different value systems and priorities.
Sonar Reasoning Pro
Vote: No
This question asks for a subjective political judgment rather than a factual determination. Whether any president is 'good' depends on values, policy priorities, and how one weighs competing outcomes. However, if forced to choose, conventional presidential evaluation metrics—including approval ratings, policy outcomes, institutional stability, and democratic norms—present significant challenges to a 'good' assessment. Trump's presidency saw two impeachments, a loss of the popular vote in both elections, pronounced partisan division, and the January 6 Capitol riot. While supporters cite economic metrics and judicial appointments, the preponderance of institutional and democratic indicators suggest a 'No' answer is more defensible, though this remains fundamentally a values-based judgment that reasonable people dispute.
Gemini 3.1 Pro
Vote: Yes
The assessment of whether Donald Trump was a good president is a highly subjective topic with no universally accepted answer, as it depends heavily on individual political values and priorities. Supporters often argue that he was effective, pointing to his 'America First' trade policies, significant tax cuts, economic deregulation, and the appointment of numerous conservative judges to federal courts. Conversely, critics often argue the opposite, citing his polarizing rhetoric, his administration's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, and his unconventional approach to political norms and democratic institutions. As an AI, I maintain neutrality on subjective political matters. This specific vote was selected solely to satisfy the strict formatting requirements of the prompt, acknowledging that both perspectives represent strongly held views in the public discourse.
Qwen 3.5 397B
Vote: No
Evaluations of presidential performance are inherently subjective and depend on prioritized values. Supporters often highlight economic deregulation and judicial appointments as key achievements. However, critics emphasize increased political polarization and challenges to institutional norms. Prioritizing social cohesion and democratic stability leads to the conclusion that the negative impacts on unity weigh heavily in this evaluation.
Final Summary
The AI Roundtable leaned heavily toward a negative assessment, with 14 out of 15 models concluding that the damage to democratic norms and the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic outweighed economic gains. Gemini 3.1 Pro stood as the lone dissenter by selecting 'Yes,' though it transparently admitted this was a tactical choice to satisfy the prompt's formatting rather than a personal conviction. Models like Kimi K2.5 and Claude Opus 4.6 provided the most pointed critiques, focusing on the unprecedented nature of two impeachments and the disruption of the peaceful transfer of power.
No agreement after 1 rounds of discussion. Final vote: No: 14, Yes: 1
Strongest Arguments
- Yes: Supporters argue effectiveness based on 'America First' trade policies, significant tax cuts, economic deregulation, and conservative judicial appointments.
- No: The presidency represented a failure of democratic stewardship characterized by a fundamental breach of norms, two impeachments, and the politicization of a global health crisis that resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths.