AAPI Data

The AAPI Data/AP-NORC survey series delivers regular insights on crucial issues facing Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander populations, ranging from policy priorities and financial well-being to political views and civic engagement.

AAPI Data

Approval of Trump’s overall job performance and his handling of several key issues is low among AAPI communities

About a third of AAPI adults approve of Trump’s handling of immigration, economy, health care, and foreign policy.

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AAPI Adults Identify Priorities and Expectations for 2026

Economic and personal finance issues, immigration, and health care are the top policy priorities AAPI adults want the government to address in 2026. And while most are pessimistic about the overall state of the country, economy, and healthcare, they are more positive about their own situation.

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Trump receives worse marks with AAPI adults than general public on key issues

Most AAPI adults cite the importance of the economy, jobs, and inflation, and few approve of how Trump is handling them. AAPI support for the administration’s immigration enforcement tactics is low.

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AAPI adults are skeptical of tariffs and have more unfavorable views of Trump than before he took office

Most AAPI adults say racism is a serious problem in this country, but few have confidence in the government to handle it.

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AAPI adults are concerned about changes to college landscape and intergenerational progress

AAPI adults continue to view a college degree as integral to improving their future, but are concerned with federal funding cuts to higher education. Overall, AAPI adults are more pessimistic about the state of the country, the national economy, and their own personal finances than they were in 2023.

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