Trump Immigration Support Craters Amid Polls Showing Nationwide Shift

Recent polling reveals significant challenges to President Donald Trump's standing on immigration and trade policies. Despite Trump’s administration efforts to combat MS-13 through initiatives like the Joint Task Force Vulcan and cooperation with El Salvador, public approval of his immigration policies remains low, with a June Gallup poll showing 62% disapproval and concerns over the dropping of charges against gang members. Meanwhile, support for immigration overall in the U.S. is rising, with a record 79% of Americans viewing immigration positively and a sharp decline in those wanting immigration decreased, including notable shifts among Republicans. However, Trump’s trade policies, particularly tariffs on China, have sparked discontent among his own Republican base, with many questioning the benefits and fearing negative economic consequences ahead of the 2026 midterms. Additionally, Trump's approval among middle-income Americans has declined sharply, partly due to criticism of his recent legislative actions perceived to harm working families. These trends underscore growing divisions within Trump's support base and broader public skepticism about his key policy initiatives.