CBS Survey Reports On Trump Policy
The results of recent polls underscore a striking level of support among Americans for President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed mass deportation program, signaling a significant mandate for one of the cornerstones of his 2024 campaign.
The YouGov survey conducted for CBS News reveals that 45% of respondents view deporting undocumented immigrants as a "high priority," while another 28% see it as a "medium priority." With a full 57% of those surveyed approving the plan to launch the largest deportation program in American history, the numbers reflect broad bipartfisan agreement on the issue.
Trump’s announcement that former ICE Acting Director Tom Homan will serve as his border czar has further cemented his administration’s focus on aggressive immigration enforcement. Homan, known for his tough stance on illegal immigration, is expected to spearhead an initiative aimed at identifying and removing millions of individuals who entered the U.S. illegally.
The poll’s findings reveal that support for Trump’s deportation agenda cuts across racial lines, with 74% of white respondents, 70% of black respondents, and 69% of Hispanic respondents calling for immigration enforcement to be a high or medium priority. This level of cross-demographic backing underscores the depth of concern over illegal immigration and the strain it places on communities, public services, and law enforcement.
The Rasmussen poll paints an even more decisive picture, showing that 64% of voters support Trump’s proposed mass deportation effort. Together, these surveys reflect a public appetite for robust immigration enforcement that transcends partisan divides.
While public opinion leans in favor of deportations, Democratic leaders in several states have already signaled their intent to resist federal efforts. Denver Mayor Mike Johnston has suggested that the city’s police force may intervene to prevent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from carrying out deportation orders.
Johnston’s remarks came in the wake of a high-profile case involving a 20-year-old Venezuelan national who illegally entered the U.S. during the Biden-Harris administration and was charged with raping a 14-year-old girl.
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healy has similarly declared that her state police will not cooperate with federal immigration enforcement operations. This stance was announced shortly after federal agents in Boston apprehended three undocumented immigrants, all of whom face charges of sexually assaulting minors.
The growing divide between public opinion and Democratic-led sanctuary policies sets the stage for a contentious showdown. Trump’s promise to prioritize national security and restore the rule of law aligns with the sentiments expressed by a majority of voters. However, resistance from Democratic lawmakers and local officials highlights the challenges of implementing such an expansive deportation program in a polarized political landscape.