WASHINGTON (AP) — More than half of U.S. adults believe President Donald Trump has “gone too far” in using the U.S. military to intervene in other countries, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
The poll found that 56% of U.S. adults characterize Trump’s military actions abroad as excessive, particularly in light of the ongoing situation in Venezuela. Many respondents expressed disapproval not only of Trump's foreign policy but also of his handling of immediate issues like the Venezuelan crisis.
Despite the tensions, some Americans acknowledge the benefits of U.S. involvement in halting the flow of illegal drugs and assisting Venezuelans under Maduro’s regime. However, fewer believe there is a positive impact on U.S. national security or economic interests.
Republicans generally support Trump’s approach, with 71% considering his military actions to be “about right,” and only about 10% advocating for more aggressive measures. In contrast, 90% of Democrats and around 60% of independents perceive his military intervention strategies as oversteps.
The findings also reflect a popular desire among Americans for reduced U.S. involvement on the global stage, with nearly half favoring a more reserved role. The poll, which surveyed 1,203 adults, indicates a notable public preference for a less interventionist approach to foreign policy.
The poll found that 56% of U.S. adults characterize Trump’s military actions abroad as excessive, particularly in light of the ongoing situation in Venezuela. Many respondents expressed disapproval not only of Trump's foreign policy but also of his handling of immediate issues like the Venezuelan crisis.
Despite the tensions, some Americans acknowledge the benefits of U.S. involvement in halting the flow of illegal drugs and assisting Venezuelans under Maduro’s regime. However, fewer believe there is a positive impact on U.S. national security or economic interests.
Republicans generally support Trump’s approach, with 71% considering his military actions to be “about right,” and only about 10% advocating for more aggressive measures. In contrast, 90% of Democrats and around 60% of independents perceive his military intervention strategies as oversteps.
The findings also reflect a popular desire among Americans for reduced U.S. involvement on the global stage, with nearly half favoring a more reserved role. The poll, which surveyed 1,203 adults, indicates a notable public preference for a less interventionist approach to foreign policy.
