"According to Enten, Trump's deportation programme began his presidency with a net approval rating of plus 18 points, making it one of the most popular elements of his agenda, but that number has all but evaporated. Look at that, he said, pointing at the big board: That's over a 25 point switcheroo in the negative direction. Now the program is way, way, way underwater at minus 8 points."
"The damage appears to be driven less by opposition to enforcement itself than by distrust over who is being targeted. While the administration has long insisted it is focused on criminals, when the host asked whether voters still believe that claim Enten replied bluntly: No, no they don't! He explained how in June, a slim majority believed the administration was prioritising the deportation of dangerous criminals."
New polling shows support for President Trump's deportation program has fallen from a net approval of +18 to -8 overall. Among independents support plunged from +18 to -20, indicating loss of the political center on this policy. Public belief that the administration prioritises deporting dangerous criminals has declined; 56% now say it is deporting others while only 44% believe criminals are the focus. A growing majority believes Trump is too focused on deporting immigrants who are here illegally, signaling increased political risk for the administration on immigration enforcement.
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