Kathrine Frich
New polling data reveals a shift in public opinion across the U.S.
New polling data reveals a shift in public opinion across the U.S.
A Shift in Public Opinion
Six months into his return to the White House, President Donald Trump is facing declining public support for his aggressive stance on immigration.
New polling data reveals a shift in public opinion across the U.S., with a growing majority opposing key parts of his administration’s strategy.
Here’s a breakdown of what the numbers are telling us.
Trump’s Immigration Crackdown Goes Too Far
A new CNN poll shows that 55% of Americans now believe the Trump administration’s approach to deportations is excessive.
That marks a 10-point rise in just a few months, suggesting the public is growing uncomfortable with the scale and intensity of immigration enforcement efforts.
Detention Center Expansion Rejected
A clear 57% of respondents oppose the creation of tens of thousands of new places in immigration detention centers.
Only 26% support the measure.
This shows a strong public backlash against mass detainment as a tool for immigration control.
Concerns About Targeting Non-Criminal Immigrants
According to a CBS News poll, 56% of Americans say the Trump administration is wrongly prioritizing the deportation of immigrants who aren’t “dangerous criminals.”
That figure is up from 47% last month, indicating increasing discomfort with the focus and fairness of deportation policy.
Overall Support for Trump’s Immigration Agenda Is Falling
Trump’s hardline immigration platform has lost ground with the general public.
Just 49% now say they support his sweeping measures, down 10 percentage points since February and 5 points since June.
The dip suggests growing skepticism even among former backers.
Republican Base Remains Firmly Back Up
Despite the broader shift in public opinion,
Trump’s support within his base remains rock-solid. 91% of Republican voters continue to back large-scale deportations, illustrating a deep partisan divide on immigration that’s unlikely to shift anytime soon.
Immigration Still Central to Trump’s Second-Term Agenda
Since returning to office in January, Trump has doubled down on immigration enforcement, making it a cornerstone of his second-term policy agenda.
His administration has implemented strict border measures, increased ICE raids, and pursued the expansion of detention facilities, all despite growing opposition.
Trump Claims Victory on Truth Social
In a celebratory message posted on his Truth Social platform, Trump painted a glowing picture of his presidency.
‘“A year ago, our country was dead… Today, the United States is the most respected country in the world,” he wrote, ignoring the dip in public support for one of his core policies.
