WASHINGTON (AP) — A new AP-NORC poll has unveiled that more than half of U.S. adults believe President Donald Trump is overstepping his authority by employing military intervention in foreign countries, especially following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on January 3. The poll indicates that 56% of respondents view recent military actions as excessive, reflecting widespread discontent with Trump’s foreign policy, particularly in regards to Venezuela.
The poll highlights a stark contrast between the general populace's views and Trump's aggressive foreign policy, which has encompassed efforts to control oil resources in Venezuela and threats to intervene in Iran. Despite some American sentiments that these actions could curtail drug trafficking or aid Venezuelans under Maduro's regime, confidence in their effectiveness for U.S. national security and economic interests remains cautious.
Support for Trump’s actions varies along partisan lines. While about 90% of Democrats and roughly 60% of independents believe Trump has exceeded his limits, around 71% of Republicans see his approach as 'about right'. Roughly one in ten Republicans desires greater intervention.
Public opinion shows a clear preference for reduced U.S. involvement in international affairs, with nearly half favoring a less active role and only about 20% supporting increased engagement. This represents a noticeable shift in attitudes compared to previous months, as more Americans seem to favor a cautious approach to foreign policy. As the U.S. navigates its role on the global stage, these sentiments reveal an emerging dialogue about the importance of reassessing military engagements and their broader implications.
The poll highlights a stark contrast between the general populace's views and Trump's aggressive foreign policy, which has encompassed efforts to control oil resources in Venezuela and threats to intervene in Iran. Despite some American sentiments that these actions could curtail drug trafficking or aid Venezuelans under Maduro's regime, confidence in their effectiveness for U.S. national security and economic interests remains cautious.
Support for Trump’s actions varies along partisan lines. While about 90% of Democrats and roughly 60% of independents believe Trump has exceeded his limits, around 71% of Republicans see his approach as 'about right'. Roughly one in ten Republicans desires greater intervention.
Public opinion shows a clear preference for reduced U.S. involvement in international affairs, with nearly half favoring a less active role and only about 20% supporting increased engagement. This represents a noticeable shift in attitudes compared to previous months, as more Americans seem to favor a cautious approach to foreign policy. As the U.S. navigates its role on the global stage, these sentiments reveal an emerging dialogue about the importance of reassessing military engagements and their broader implications.
