Positive change in the US view on immigration
A recent Gallup poll shows that a majority of Americans, including Republicans, now view immigration as a positive thing for the country.
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A recent Gallup poll shows that the majority of Americans, including Republicans, now view immigration as a positive development for the country. This shift comes just months after Donald Trump's return to the presidency, at a time when his administration is pushing for mass deportation measures and immigration restrictions.
Support for immigration reaches record levels
Just a few months after Donald Trump's return to the White House, 79% of US adults considers immigration to be a “good thing,” according to Gallup. This is the highest point since the survey began nearly 25 years ago. In 2024, the percentage was just 641,000.
The most striking shift occurred among Republicans. In 2024, only 391% of them had a positive view of immigration. Today, nearly two-thirds believe immigrants benefit the country. Support also grew among independents (to 801% of them) and remained high among Democrats.
Trump's anti-immigrant policies continue
Despite this shift in perception, the Trump administration has resumed its most radical immigration agenda. The president has ordered ICE to carry out the largest mass deportation operation in U.S. history, in addition to pushing for the end of birthright citizenship and cutting benefits for immigrants without legal status.
Fewer Americans want to reduce immigration
The proportion of citizens who want to reduce immigration fell from 551% to 301%. In contrast, a growing number consider current levels adequate, while 261% would even like to see them increased.
Support for the path to citizenship grows
One of the most significant figures: 851% of respondents support a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants brought here as children. This support also extends to immigrants without legal status in general, provided they meet established requirements.
Even among Republicans, support for this measure has risen from 46% to 60% in just one year.
Less support for mass deportations
While the federal government insists on toughening deportations, only 4 in 10 American adults currently support deporting undocumented immigrants, a decrease from last year.
The Gallup poll shows that while border security remains an official priority, public consensus appears to be leaning toward more humane and inclusive immigration reform.
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