US EditionHandling crime is a strength for Trump as most Americans see it as a 'major problem' in large cities, AP-NORC poll finds
A recent AP-NORC poll shows 53% of U.S. adults approve of Trump's crime policies amid concerns over urban crime, with 81% viewing it as a major city problem.
- A recent AP-NORC survey from August 21-25, 2025, revealed that 81% of Americans consider crime to be a serious issue in major urban areas across the country.
- The poll's results follow rising concern about crime, with President Trump responding by deploying the National Guard to Washington, D.C., and threatening similar federal involvement elsewhere.
- The survey of 1,182 adults showed 53% approve of Trump's handling of crime, with support stronger among Republicans, whites, Hispanics, and roughly half of independents, though Black adults showed much lower approval.
- The poll indicates crime is a relative strength for Trump and that Americans largely reject federal takeovers of local police, suggesting ongoing debate about balancing law enforcement support and civil oversight.
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Leaning Left16Leaning Right8Center34Last UpdatedBias Distribution59% Center
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