Americans see Republicans growing more comfortable, and Democrats less, with sharing their views
Four-in-ten U.S. adults say Republicans are very comfortable expressing their political views, and 36% say the same about Democrats.
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Four-in-ten U.S. adults say Republicans are very comfortable expressing their political views, and 36% say the same about Democrats.
Republicans are less likely than in 2024 to say there is discrimination against Black, Hispanic, Asian and White people.
Nationally, 60% of Americans say stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost, while 38% say they cost too many jobs and hurt the economy.
About six-in-ten U.S. adults say food costs are extremely or very important to them when deciding what to buy.
Nearly all Americans say the federal government has a responsibility to provide a strong military and secure the nation’s borders.
83% of Democrats say it’s extremely or very important that Democratic elected officials push hard against Trump’s policies when they disagree.
Most White evangelicals (72%) say they approve of how Trump is doing as president. Other religious groups are more divided or disapprove.
Trump’s approval rating stands at 40%, and Americans mostly disapprove of his tariffs and government cuts.
Democrats are overwhelmingly supportive of raising taxes on these groups, while Republicans are more divided.
Ahead of President Donald Trump’s address to Congress, here’s a look at U.S. public opinion on key policy issues.