Half of Americans support abolishing ICE, according to a survey

"A poll found that, for the first time, support for eliminating the federal agency has reached 50%, reflecting this shift in public opinion, a trend that has intensified following the shooting deaths of U.S. civilians in immigration control operations in Minneapolis and the prolonged partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security over disputes about the agency's funding."

"The poll, conducted by YouGov, a nonpartisan data research group, between February 27 and March 2 among 1,515 adults, shows that half of those surveyed somewhat or strongly support the abolition of ICE, compared to 39% who oppose it. This is the first time that support has reached this threshold in the pollster's historical series, following a steady increase since the beginning of the year."

"Although calls to dismantle ICE have traditionally been driven by progressive Democrats, the new data reveals that support has expanded beyond that base. Seventy-seven percent of Democrats support abolition, but so do 52% of independents. Among Republicans, 68% remain opposed, although 23% now support eliminating the agency, the highest figure recorded among the party's voters."

A YouGov poll conducted February 27 to March 2 among 1,515 adults reveals that 50% of respondents support eliminating ICE, compared to 39% opposed. This historic threshold marks the first time support has reached this level, reflecting steady increases since the year's beginning. Support has expanded beyond traditional progressive Democratic bases, with 77% of Democrats, 52% of independents, and 23% of Republicans now supporting abolition. The shift coincides with the Trump administration's tightened immigration policies, shooting deaths of civilians in Minneapolis immigration control operations, and a partial DHS shutdown over funding disputes. Even opponents of ICE elimination broadly support requiring officers to wear identifying uniforms, with 75% of respondents favoring this transparency measure.

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