Trump’s Immigration Support Plummets After Minnesota Shootings
A recent survey reveals that U.S. voters are losing faith in President Trump’s approach to immigration, a trend amplified by the fatal shootings of two Americans in Minnesota last month.
Border Security Image Equals Job Approval
Trump's standing on border security has dropped to the same level as his overall job approval.Rising Strong Disapproval
49 % of adults now strongly disapprove of his immigration handling—up sharply from earlier in the year.Independents Swing Hard
Independents, a key swing group, saw an 11‑point increase in disapproval since August.Impact of the Minnesota Tragedy
After the deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good, 60 % of respondents expressed some or strong disapproval of Trump’s border policies.Approval and Strong Support
Only 40 % approved of his approach, and just 27 % gave a strong thumbs‑up.
Calls for ICE Reform
Nearly three‑quarters of voters support changes to, or even abolition of, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency.Public Perception of Federal Actions
The public now believes federal agents overstepped bounds, local governments are ignored, and many disapprove of agents wearing masks.Local‑Federal Cooperation
Most voters want local authorities to cooperate with federal agencies in deportations, though opinions vary on the extent of cooperation.Shift in Opinion Post‑Shootings
The Minnesota shootings have shifted public opinion more than previous confrontations, leading to a decline in Trump’s overall approval and raising doubts about the fairness of investigations into the killings.Implications for Midterms
These developments could weaken Trump’s position as midterm elections approach, especially among independents and within the Republican base.
