A recent NBC News Decision Desk Poll reveals that a significant majority of American adults believe the Trump administration should adhere to federal court orders, with 81% affirming that any actions ruled illegal by a court must be complied with. Despite this general consensus, support among Trump’s strongest supporters is notably divided, with half (50%) believing he can disregard such rulings. In contrast, Democrats largely agree on the necessity of following court orders (96%), with 87% of independents sharing this view.
The poll highlights growing tensions as the Trump administration aggressively enacts executive actions, particularly concerning immigration policies. White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller has criticized what he terms a “judicial coup” by “Marxist judges” who limit presidential authority. This issue gained prominence following controversial deportations, such as that of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose case reached the Supreme Court, which ultimately ordered his return after significant delay.
Additionally, public sentiment towards the Supreme Court is mixed, with 55% of Americans expressing favorable views, while 45% view it unfavorably. Generally, Republicans are more supportive (75%) compared to Democrats (34%). However, opinions about the Supreme Court reveal a lack of strong convictions; only a small percentage hold intensely favorable (11%) or unfavorable (12%) views.
As the Supreme Court approaches a critical ruling season, it will address key issues, including the power of judges to issue nationwide injunctions against presidential policies. Outcomes in these cases could significantly influence public perception of the court. The poll was conducted from May 30 to June 10, involving over 19,000 adults, with a margin of error of plus or minus 2.1 percentage points.
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