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July 17, 2017

Republicans Support Government Cuts—But Not Military

Following a new CBO report on President Trump’s federal budget proposal, most voters still support thoughtful spending cuts in every area of the federal government, but differ across partisan lines over proposals to leave some cuts off the table.

July 17, 2017

Voters Favor Smaller Government Over Larger, More Involved One

Voters still place preference on a smaller, more hands-off government than on a larger, more hands-on one.

July 13, 2017

Voters See Anti-Semitism As a Serious Problem In U.S.

While most voters believe that anti-Semitism is a serious problem in America, they don’t believe that sentiment is fueling criticisms of Israeli government policies.

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July 13, 2017

Should Trump's Foreign Policy Be Like Reagan's or Obama's?

Following his speech in Poland last week, some are calling President Trump’s remarks touting the values and strengths of the West Ronald Reagan-esque. And half of voters think that’s whose foreign policy Trump should emulate, rather than that of his most recent predecessor.

July 12, 2017

Democrats Would Rather Run Congress Than White House

When it comes to power in Washington, there are two major players: the president and Congress. And most voters, including most Democrats, would rather their political party run the latter.

July 12, 2017

Most Favor Sending New Terror Suspects to Guantanamo

The Trump administration is reportedly considering sending new suspected terrorists to the Guantanamo Naval Base prison camp in Cuba, and most voters think that’s a good plan.

July 12, 2017

For Voters, Democrat Takeover of House Is A Close Call

Democrats need to pick up at least 25 new seats to take control of the U.S. House of Representatives in next year's elections, but even after several high-profile losses in special elections this year, Democrats remain confident they can do it. Other voters are not.

July 11, 2017

Voters Not Too High on Trump-Putin Meeting

Following his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, President Donald Trump said he looks forward to “very positive things happening” for the two nations. But U.S. voters are not so sure that will be the case for America.

July 10, 2017

Most Say Trump Aggressively Pro-American But Worry About West’s Future

Voters agree that President Trump is pushing harder for America than his recent predecessors in the White House but question his relationships with other world leaders. Most also aren’t as optimistic as Trump that the West will survive.

July 10, 2017

52% Oppose Repeal of Obamacare If Fixes Can't Be Found

President Trump has urged Congress to repeal Obamacare and fix it later if legislators can't agree on changes to it now. But while most voters agree the health care law hasn't been a success, they would rather leave it as is than throw it out completely.

July 7, 2017

Few Think States Should Be Able to Ignore Federal Laws

California is on the brink of declaring itself a sanctuary state which would shield illegal immigrants from federal immigration authorities. But most voters don’t think states should have the right to go against the federal government.

July 7, 2017

Voters Think U.S. Military Should Fight Enemies, Not Play Peacekeeper

Most voters continue to think highly of the U.S. military and feel its primary role is to fight enemies -- not play peacekeeper.

July 6, 2017

Voters Think Military is Overstretched

The Trump administration is preparing to use military action against North Korea if deemed necessary, but most voters already think our military is stretched too thin and don’t want the United States policing the world.

July 6, 2017

Support Grows for Military Response to North Korea

Voters here strongly believe world leaders need to confront North Korea with military force if necessary to end the rogue communist nation’s push for nuclear weapons. But a growing number say the United States should go it alone if necessary.

July 6, 2017

Voters Split on Funding Sanctuary Cities, Favor ‘Kate’s Law’

The House passed legislation last week that cuts off some funding to cities that protect illegal immigrants and increases penalties for those who reenter the United States illegally after being deported. Voters strongly support the latter but are now closely divided regarding funds for sanctuary cities.

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July 5, 2017

39% Think Trump’s Temporary Travel Ban Will Make U.S. Safer

The Supreme Court has temporarily allowed President Trump’s newest travel ban against people from six majority-Muslim nations to go into effect, but with strict limitations...

June 30, 2017

48% Favor Delay in Transgender Military Enlistments

Nearly half of voters agree with a request by the heads of the Army, Air Force and Navy to delay military enlistments by transgender people pending further study.

June 29, 2017

Most Voters Support Gay Marriage

Two years since being legalized nationwide, more than half of voters continue to support same-sex marriage.

June 29, 2017

Voters: Changes to Obamacare Coming Soon

Most voters continue to think President Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans will make significant changes to Obamacare in the near future, but most also worry those changes will go too far.

June 29, 2017

Is Bernie Sanders The Likely Democratic Nominee in 2020?

Even more Democrats now think Bernie Sanders is their party's likely presidential nominee in 2020 despite calls for new Democratic leadership and news reports about an FBI probe of Sanders' wife's financial dealings as a college president.