Trump's challenge: Divided opinions and political hurdles
Forty-nine percent of Americans have a negative opinion of Donald Trump, while 44 percent have a positive opinion, according to the NPR/PBS News/Marist poll.
The majority of respondents (59 percent) believe that the attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2021, was aimed at overturning the election results. However, 61 percent of Republicans see it as a patriotic protest. The plan to pardon those convicted of this attack is disapproved of by 62 percent of those surveyed.
Controversies around immigration and the economy
The issue of immigration divides Americans, with 49 percent supporting Donald Trump's planned mass deportations and an equal number opposing them. Among Republicans, 80 percent agree with this plan, whereas 60 percent of Democrats are against it. Regarding the economy, 59 percent of respondents do not view the current economic situation positively. Trump promotes tariffs on imported goods, yet 48 percent consider this idea harmful.
Elon Musk, nominated to head the department for eliminating waste, is the most controversial candidate for key positions in Trump's cabinet. 37 percent of respondents support his candidacy, while 46 percent disapprove.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., nominated to lead the health department, gained 40 percent support, while Marco Rubio for secretary of state received only 25 percent.
The survey results indicate that Trump, despite his "unprecedented and powerful mandate," faces serious political and economic challenges.
