Trump approval rating drops in new poll; more Americans oppose immigration policies
3 minute readPublished: Sunday, July 20, 2025 at 4:33 pm
Trump Approval Rating Declines Amidst Shifting Views on Immigration
A new poll indicates a dip in President Donald Trump's approval rating, with a significant shift in public opinion regarding his immigration policies. The survey, conducted by CBS/YouGov, reveals that immigration is the primary factor influencing respondents' views of the president.
The poll, released on July 20, shows Trump's overall approval rating at 42%, a decrease from 45% in June and 47% in mid-April. Disapproval stands at 58%. This data contrasts with aggregate ratings from The New York Times and Real Clear Politics, which show slightly higher approval ratings.
The survey highlights a decline in support for Trump's immigration stances. While 44% of respondents approved of his immigration policies, 56% disapproved. This represents a 10-point drop since the beginning of his second term.
Specifically, the poll examined public opinion on mass deportations. Support for these efforts has also decreased by 10 points since February, with a majority now opposing them. Only 49% of respondents approved of deportations in July, compared to 59% in February.
The poll also revealed stark partisan divisions. Republicans overwhelmingly support the president's deportation program, with 91% approval. Democrats, on the other hand, largely disapprove, with only 14% approval. Independents are also more likely to disapprove of deportations.
The administration's use of detention facilities also faced scrutiny. The poll found that 58% of respondents opposed the use of these facilities, while 42% approved. Similar to deportations, support for detention facilities was heavily partisan, with Republicans largely approving and Democrats largely disapproving.
The poll was conducted among 2,343 U.S. adults between July 16-18, with a margin of error of 2.5 points.
BNN's Perspective: The poll results underscore the complex and often divisive nature of immigration policy. While the president maintains strong support within his party, the overall decline in approval suggests a need for the administration to consider the broader public sentiment and potentially adjust its approach to immigration-related issues. The significant partisan divide highlights the challenges in finding common ground on this critical issue.
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