A recent Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll, conducted around Inauguration Day, reveals a mixed bag of public opinion on Donald Trump's proposed policies for his second term. While some proposals garner significant support, others face strong opposition, with a considerable portion of Americans remaining neutral on several key issues.
The poll, conducted between January 9th and 13th, surveyed over 1,000 adults and offers a snapshot of American sentiment towards Trump's agenda. It's important to note that public opinion is fluid and could change as policies are implemented and debated.
Immigration and Deportations
The survey suggests strong support for deporting immigrants convicted of violent crimes, regardless of their legal status. However, deporting those without criminal records is less popular, with only four in ten Americans in favor.
Economic Policies: Tariffs and Taxes
Trump's proposed tariffs on foreign goods face significant opposition, with nearly half of respondents expressing disapproval. Conversely, eliminating taxes on tips garnered majority support.
Republican support for tariffs is higher than among Democrats and Independents, though a significant portion of Republicans remain opposed or undecided. This highlights the potential for shifting opinions on this issue.
Jan. 6th Pardons and Title IX
Pardoning those involved in the January 6th Capitol riot is met with strong resistance, with six in ten Americans opposed. Even within the Republican party, support for pardons is less than overwhelming, with significant portions neutral or opposed. The poll also indicates that the majority of Americans oppose rolling back protections for transgender students under Title IX.
Energy and Environmental Policy
Increasing oil drilling on federal lands reveals a divided public, with roughly equal proportions in favor and opposed. While Republicans largely support increased drilling, Democrats and Independents are less enthusiastic. Withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement is unpopular, with only two in ten Americans in favor and half opposed.
Fiscal Policy: The Debt Ceiling
Eliminating the national debt ceiling is an unpopular proposal, with half of Americans opposed and only a quarter in favor. This sentiment is shared across party lines, with both Democrats and Republicans largely opposed.
