Americans Surprised by Extent of Trump's Policies, Polls Show
A new wave of polls suggests Americans are reassessing their views on President Donald Trump's policies, with many surprised by the extent of his actions. Despite initial predictions, a significant shift has occurred in public opinion since his re-election in 2024.
CNN, New York Times-Ipsos, and Reuters-Ipsos polling revealed that Americans were largely correct in anticipating some of Donald Trump's policies but were taken aback by the magnitude of his actions. This is a notable change from earlier polls, where 71% of Americans claimed to be unsurprised by his first few months in office.
A CBS News-YouGov poll indicates that more Americans now believe Donald Trump is doing different things (48%) than say he is keeping his promises (52%). This marks a significant drop from February, when 70% thought he was fulfilling his pledges. The shift suggests a growing perception that Donald Trump's actions are not aligned with what the country 'signed up for'.
Joe Rogan, known for his heterodox political views, endorsed Donald Trump on the eve of the 2024 election. However, even Joe Rogan has expressed surprise at Donald Trump's increasingly brutal and militarized mass deportation campaign. This policy, openly discussed during Donald Trump's campaign, has drawn criticism from Joe Rogan and other Donald Trump allies, as seen in a recent episode of Deadline: White House. A Pew Research Center poll from June supports this sentiment, with nearly half of Americans (48%) saying Donald Trump's actions were worse than they expected.
The polls indicate a growing divide between Americans' expectations and Donald Trump's actions. While many initially anticipated his policies, the extent of his actions has led to a significant shift in public opinion. Even high-profile supporters like Joe Rogan have expressed surprise at Donald Trump's deportation campaign, suggesting a widening gap between the president's promises and his actions.
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