The Gallup opinion poll shows 54 percent of respondents expressed their sympathy to the US first lady Melania Trump.

Thirty-three percent said they view her unfavorably and 13 percent did not express an opinion, the New York Post reported.

Public opinion has changed dramatically since January, when 37% of respondents said they have a favorable view of the first lady.

During Barack Obama presidency, 61% of the respondents expressed their sympathy to Michelle Obama.