America Says Trump Has Too Much Power?
A new national survey suggests a narrow majority of American voters believe President Donald Trump is stretching presidential authority as he pushes forward with his second-term agenda.
According to a Quinnipiac University poll released Wednesday, 54 percent of registered voters say President Trump’s use of executive power has gone too far. Thirty-seven percent say he is using his authority appropriately, while 7 percent believe he has not gone far enough.
Since returning to office, President Trump has relied heavily on presidential authority to carry out major policy changes. These actions include imposing new tariffs on foreign trade partners, reducing the size of the federal workforce across several agencies, and approving major construction plans at the White House — including replacing the East Wing with a large ballroom designed for official state events.
Quinnipiac polling analyst Tim Malloy said the findings reflect growing concern among voters about executive authority.
“When Americans are asked whether the president is exercising too much power, more than half believe President Trump has crossed that line,” Malloy said in a statement accompanying the poll.
Mixed Approval on Key Trump Policies
The survey also measured voter opinions on several major issues central to President Trump’s agenda.
On trade policy, 55 percent of voters said they disapprove of how Trump is handling trade, while 40 percent said they approve. Tariffs and international trade have been key pillars of Trump’s “America First” economic approach.
Immigration — another defining issue of Trump’s presidency — received similarly divided responses. Fifty-four percent of voters said they disapprove of the president’s handling of immigration, while 44 percent approve.
Foreign policy produced nearly identical results, with 54 percent disapproving of Trump’s approach and 41 percent expressing approval.
Cost of Living Tops Voter Concerns
While voters remain divided on presidential power and policy decisions, the poll found overwhelming agreement on one major issue: the rising cost of living.
Sixty-four percent of respondents said the cost of living in the United States is a “very serious problem.” Another 28 percent described it as “somewhat serious.” Only a small percentage said rising costs are not a serious concern.
The findings highlight ongoing economic anxiety among Americans, particularly older voters and retirees who are closely watching prices for groceries, housing, fuel, and healthcare.
About the Poll
The Quinnipiac University poll surveyed 1,035 self-identified registered voters nationwide between December 11 and December 15. The margin of error is plus or minus 3.9 percentage points.
