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Republican Support for Leaving UN Nearly Doubles

Republican Support for Leaving UN Nearly Doubles

Summary

More than one-third of Republicans support the U.S. leaving the United Nations, almost double the number from 2005. A Gallup poll shows that 36% of Republicans now favor this move, reflecting shifts in party views influenced by policies during President Donald Trump's administration.

Key Facts

  • 36% of Republicans want the U.S. to exit the U.N., almost double the 19% from 2005.
  • Overall, 79% of Americans support U.S. membership in the U.N., but with notable differences between political parties.
  • 70% of Republicans want to cut U.S. funding to the U.N., compared to 46% in 2003.
  • A majority of Democrats (52%) now support increasing U.S. funding to the U.N.
  • Only 32% of Americans believe the U.N. is doing a good job addressing global issues.
  • 75% of Republicans rate the U.N.'s performance as poor.
  • In July, President Trump withdrew the U.S. from UNESCO, citing concerns about the agency's activities.
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