More than half of Americans say Trump immigration agenda ‘too aggressive’: Survey

The Hill
by Ryan Mancini
April 18, 2026
2 min read

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A new poll indicates over half of Americans view President Trump's immigration agenda as "too aggressive."

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A new Politico poll reveals that more than half of Americans, specifically 51 percent, believe President Trump’s immigration agenda is "too aggressive." This survey indicates significant public sentiment regarding the White House's immigration policies. The poll also found that 26 percent of Americans consider the agenda "about right," while 11 percent believe it is "not aggressive enough." These results suggest a notable portion of the population views the current administration's approach to immigration as overly stringent. The findings could influence future policy discussions or public discourse surrounding immigration reform.

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