The bombshell actions carried out by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) across the nation have claimed an unplanned victim: President Donald Trump’s approval ratings.
The president’s approval is sinking amid aggressive deportation raids and public protests, revealing a significant shift in public sentiment.
With disapproval escalating, these actions could impact his previously strong immigration agenda.
A new Yahoo/YouGov poll indicates a sharp decline in President Trump’s approval ratings, dropping from 44% to 40% in just three months.
Disapproval has climbed to 56%, reflecting the backlash from ICE deportation raids across the country.
The data shows a 10-point swing away from favorability since March. President Trump’s immigration strategies are now facing greater disapproval than ever before.
The ICE raids have boosted public discontent, with 52% now disapproving of the president’s immigration policies.
Additionally, 50% of Americans disapprove of the raids themselves. Public opinion is divided on ICE’s actions.
40% of Americans express concerns that “mostly the wrong people” are being targeted during these operations.
Notably, among a significant 62% of Latino Americans disapprove of the ICE raids.
Public protests against the ICE raids further underscore the nation’s division, with almost half approving and 40% disapproving of demonstrators’ actions.
President Trump’s decision to deploy armed troops in response to these protests is unpopular, with a 50% disapproval rating among Americans.
Moreover, many believe the president has gone too far in arresting and deporting illegal aliens, as 51% criticized the president for his immigration crackdown.
The economic backdrop remains concerning, as the US private sector lost 33,000 jobs in June, contrasting sharply with a gain of 100,000 jobs in May.
This downturn came along with mass protests over President Trump’s immigration tactics, including his military deployments to counter protesters.
61% of Americans advocate for deporting illegal aliens who have committed crimes while preferring a pathway to citizenship for law-abiding individuals.
Meanwhile, ICE’s image has deteriorated, with 52% viewing the agency unfavorably.
President Trump’s once robust immigration policy now faces a crisis of confidence, with his net positive rating collapsing from +4 in March to a net negative of -8.
Even former supporters, including groups like Latinos who backed him in the 2024 election, show high disapproval rates, highlighting the deep divides in current public opinion.
As disapproval rises, the coming months are pivotal for the administration to align its policy positions with public expectations.
