Summary
Two polls showed mixed opinions among Americans about President Trump's actions in Venezuela. The polls reveal that opinions strongly differ based on political party and age. The same surveys also assessed perspectives on whether Congress should have approved the military operation.
Key Facts
- A YouGov poll found 39% of Americans approved and 46% disapproved of President Trump's handling of Venezuela.
- A Washington Post poll showed a similar nearly even split with 40% approving and 42% disapproving.
- The military operation involved detaining Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on drug and weapons charges.
- Most Republicans in the polls supported Trump’s actions, while most Democrats disapproved.
- Older voters tended to support Trump more, while voters aged 30-44 showed higher disapproval.
- When asked if Congressional approval should have been sought, over 60% believed it was necessary.
- Half of the respondents to the Washington Post poll supported prosecuting Maduro for drug charges.
