A recent poll conducted among registered voters sheds light on the priorities and expectations of the American public regarding President-elect Donald Trump's upcoming administration. The survey, carried out from December 6 to 9, indicates that a significant majority of voters believe that the economy is the most pressing issue facing the country. Specifically, 60% of respondents expressed a strong desire for Trump to concentrate on reducing prices for essential commodities such as food and gas.
Interestingly, the poll highlighted that lowering prices emerged as the top priority among ten different issues tested, surpassing concerns such as tax cuts, national defense, and immigration policies. However, there appears to be a sense of uncertainty among voters regarding the potential success of Trump's efforts, with opinions split on whether prices will increase, decrease, or remain stable under the new administration.
Furthermore, the survey revealed varying expectations regarding other key aspects of Trump's presidency, including border security, abortion restrictions, national debt, and tax rates. While a majority anticipate a more secure southern border and stricter abortion regulations, there are concerns about potential increases in the national debt and personal taxes.
On the topic of Trump's Cabinet selections, the poll found a mixed response from the public. While opinions were divided on the overall approval of Trump's choices, there was no clear majority in favor or against specific nominees for top administration roles. Notably, individuals like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Marco Rubio received relatively higher levels of support for their respective nominations, while others faced more skepticism.
Another survey of adults echoed similar sentiments, with varying levels of approval and disapproval for certain appointees, including Kennedy, Tulsi Gabbard, and Pete Hegseth. The results indicate a degree of uncertainty among the public, with a significant portion expressing neutral or undecided views on these selections.
In addition, a recent Monmouth University poll highlighted a public divide over the possibility of Trump suspending laws and constitutional provisions to target political adversaries, underscoring ongoing concerns about the future direction of the administration.
