How Do Trump’s TV Ratings Compare to Biden’s 2021 Inauguration?
Biden’s 2021 inauguration pulled in significantly higher ratings, with 39.9 million viewers across major networks. This is nearly 14 million more viewers than Trump’s second inauguration. Despite being the first president to be re-elected after a tumultuous term, the decrease in TV ratings highlights a shift in viewership patterns. This decline mirrors trends seen in past presidencies, where second-term inaugurations typically attract fewer viewers. For instance, President Barack Obama’s second inauguration in 2013 had 20.5 million viewers, the lowest number since modern inaugurations began being televised.
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The viewership numbers were also divided among different networks. Fox News had the highest audience, with 10.3 million viewers tuning in between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. ET. Other networks such as ABC, NBC, CBS, CNN, and MSNBC also covered the event, but none reached the numbers Fox News achieved. This breakdown shows how various news outlets attract different types of viewers, with some networks drawing larger audiences than others during significant political events.
Who Was Watching Trump’s Inauguration?
The demographic data from Trump’s inauguration shows an older audience. Around 17% of viewers were aged 55 and older, suggesting that the event resonated more with older generations. In contrast, only 1.9% of the viewership was made up of individuals aged 18 to 34. This points to a generational gap in interest, with younger viewers less inclined to tune in for the event.
Why Are Second-Term Inaugurations Typically Less Watched?
Second-term inaugurations historically attract fewer viewers compared to first-term swearing-ins. This trend was seen with President George W. Bush in 2005 and President Barack Obama in 2013. It’s generally believed that the excitement surrounding a new presidency and the hope for change is higher during the first term, whereas the second term often feels like a continuation of the previous administration’s work. Therefore, viewers tend to lose interest in the ceremony as they already know what to expect from a president who is starting their second term.Also Read : Stock Market Today: Dow Jones rises, Nasdaq slips as Tesla, Apple decline, Johnson & Johnson leads gains
FAQs:
How many viewers watched Trump’s second inauguration?
Trump’s second inauguration had an average of 26.1 million viewers across major TV networks, significantly fewer than Biden’s 39.9 million viewers in 2021.
Which TV network had the most viewers during Trump’s inauguration?
Fox News had the highest viewership, attracting 10.3 million viewers between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. ET during Trump’s second inauguration.
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