… The same social media networks that spread Russian propaganda during the 2016 election have been busily amplifying right-wing extremism surrounding the recent violence in Charlottesville, according to researchers who monitor the activity. It’s impossible to tell how much of the traffic originates from Russia or from mercenary sources. But […] Read more »
40% of Americans Support Impeaching President Trump
The proportion of Americans who support impeaching President Trump and removing him from office has increased 10 percentage points in the last six months, a new PRRI poll finds. Four in ten (40%) Americans now believe the president should be impeached and removed from office. … This shift comes as […] 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 »
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 »
Poll: Trump approval at 33%
The Russia probe and various scandals appear to be eroding Donald Trump’s approval, even among his loyal base. Joy Reid and her panel discuss. AM Joy, MSNBC Read more »