Summary
A recent poll shows that more Republicans now have "very little" trust in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), with the percentage doubling from a previous poll. This change in perception is happening as there is increased criticism of immigration enforcement tactics under President Trump's administration, following incidents in Maine and Minnesota.
Key Facts
- A new YouGov and The Economist poll shows 16% of Republicans have very little trust in ICE, up from 8% earlier in January.
- Overall, 55% of Americans have very little trust in ICE, compared to 49% earlier in January and 45% in December.
- Majority of Republicans (60%) still have "a great deal" or "quite a lot" of trust in ICE, down from 68% in January.
- Only 30% of Americans have high trust in ICE, according to the poll.
- 51% of Americans believe the federal government should reduce spending on ICE.
- There are concerns about potential government shutdown due to disagreement on ICE funding.
- Republican senators are calling for an investigation into recent shootings by federal agents.
- President Trump's administration is facing criticism from both parties over immigration enforcement tactics.
