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Trump's Immigration Policies Lose Ground, Poll Reveals
USAWednesday, February 18, 2026
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A recent survey reveals a drop in public support for Donald Trump's immigration policies. The poll, conducted over four days, found that only 38% of respondents approved of his handling of immigration. This marks a decrease from the previous month and a significant drop from the early days of his return to the White House.
Key Findings
- Overall Approval: Only 38% of respondents approved of Trump's immigration policies.
- Gender Breakdown:
- Men: Support dropped to 41%, down from nearly 50% earlier in the year.
- Women: Support decreased to 35%.
- Administration's Policies: Criticized for aggressive deportation policies, leading to violent clashes.
- Recent Reversal: The administration agreed to end a controversial deportation surge in Minnesota, where two U.S. citizens were fatally shot by immigration agents.
- Overall Approval Rating: Trump's approval rating remains low at 38%, unchanged from the previous survey in late January.
Poll Details
- Methodology: Conducted online and nationwide.
- Sample Size: 1,117 U.S. adults.
- Margin of Error: 3 percentage points.
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