A stunning new poll has revealed a major shift in voter sentiment — and it’s bad news for Donald Trump. Following a series of high-profile ICE raids that made national headlines, a growing number of Americans — including some of his own supporters — are now expressing disapproval over how the operations were handled.
The poll shows Trump’s approval among independent voters dropping sharply, with many citing “excessive force” and “lack of compassion” in the recent immigration enforcement actions. Even a portion of Republican suburban voters, once a reliable base, appear increasingly uneasy.
Political analysts say the backlash comes from the emotional images shared across social media — families separated, small businesses disrupted, and raids taking place in schools and workplaces. “For many, it crossed a moral line,” one analyst explained.
Still, Trump’s core supporters remain steadfast, arguing that he’s simply enforcing the law. But the divide highlights a new vulnerability as he seeks to strengthen his standing before the next election.
In politics, perception is everything — and right now, the numbers suggest Trump’s toughest critics may not come from the other side, but from within his own ranks.