How Americans See Trump and Their Country's Direction

Minority Voters' Views on Trump

• Only 16% of Black Americans and 30% of Latinos think highly of President Donald Trump.
• Despite this, Trump made progress in the 2024 elections:
• Won 15% of Black voters (almost double the 2020 percentage).
• Won 42% to 48% of Latino voters, depending on the survey.

Concerns About Trump's Power

• 56% of Americans believe Trump is a dangerous dictator who needs to be stopped (up from 52% in March).
• 41% of Americans think Trump is a strong leader who should have more power to make America great again.
• This view is mostly held by Republicans (82%).

Americans' Views on the Country's Direction

• 62% of Americans believe the country is heading in the wrong direction, including:
• 92% of Democrats.
• Republicans have a more positive view.
• 65% of Americans think the economy and federal government are heading in the wrong direction.
• Many also believe the same about foreign relations and handling of undocumented immigrants.

Trust in Institutions

• High Trust:
• Military (73%).
• Police (67%).
• Colleges and Universities (57%).
• Low Trust:
• Supreme Court (49%).
• Department of Justice (47%).
• Organized Religion (44%).
• ICE (42%).
• Federal Government (41%).
• News Organizations (38%).
• Large Corporations (34%).

Conclusion

The study highlights deep divisions among Americans regarding their leaders and the direction of the country.