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Trump has lost support from independents over the course of his second term

Independent support for Donald Trump has declined significantly since the 2024 election. While 43% of independents supported him during the campaign, only about a quarter do so today. The drop is particularly pronounced among independents without a college degree.

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AP-NORC America 250 Poll

Only a third believe the American Dream still exists. Most believe the freedom of speech, the right to vote, and the freedom of religion are important to the United States’ identity as a nation. Adults are more likely to see freedom as the main thing unifying Americans and political values as the primary source of division.

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Trump approval on the economy remains low

About a third of the public approve of Trump’s dealing with the economy, Iran, and foreign policy. Forty-five percent approve of his handling of immigration.

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Only a quarter believe that the U.S. is a great place for immigrants

Sixty-five percent support granting citizenship to all children born in the United States. Fewer, 49%, support granting citizenship to children born to parents who are in the U.S. illegally.