Most Americans say the U.S. should not threaten North Korea with military action right now, but would approve of military action if diplomacy does not eventually stop its nuclear program. … The public remains uneasy about President Trump’s ability to handle the situation. Fifty-nine percent are uneasy about his ability […] Read more »
Publics Worldwide Unfavorable Toward Putin, Russia
Around the world, few people trust Russian President Vladimir Putin to do the right thing when it comes to international affairs. A global median of roughly one-in-four (26%) say they have confidence in the Russian leader. Doubts about Putin’s handling of foreign policy, however, do not necessarily coincide with perceptions […] Read more »
Would a public that doesn’t approve of Trump follow him into war?
As the confrontation with North Korea deepens, Donald Trump is confronting doubts about his leadership at home and abroad that are almost unprecedented for a US president during a time of international crisis. … Given the underlying questions about his leadership, Trump faces the real risk that his belligerent “fire […] Read more »
Americans Oppose Military Action against North Korea
Americans want the United States government to diffuse [sic] heightened tensions surrounding North Korea’s nuclear programs through diplomatic means and not military intervention. 76% of residents say the U.S. should either negotiate directly with North Korea, 39%, or convince China to use their influence to stop North Korea’s nuclear programs, […] Read more »
CNN Poll: Trump finances fair game in Russia investigation
Seventy percent of Americans believe the federal investigation into Russia’s efforts to influence the 2016 presidential election in the US should be able to look into President Donald Trump’s finances, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS. CONT. Jennifer Agiesta, CNN Read more »
1 in 4 Americans Say Trump Acted Illegally With Russia
Twenty-five percent of U.S. adults believe Donald Trump acted illegally in his campaign’s alleged involvement with Russian officials during the 2016 presidential election, while 37% say he acted unethically but not illegally and 35% say he did nothing wrong. CONT. Jeffrey M. Jones, Gallup Read more »