President Trump's focus on crime in major cities has boosted his approval rating to 45%, surpassing his approval on immigration, the economy, or the war in Ukraine. A poll shows 53% of Americans approve of his crime approach, despite criticism from D.C. officials. This shift comes after his immigration stance lost favor. Trump's tough-on-crime stance is a calculated move, leveraging public fears to shift the national conversation and improve his political standing, especially with upcoming elections in mind. His actions include a federal takeover of D.C.'s police department and deployment of the National Guard. While immigration remains a focus, the crime issue is now a stronger point for Trump.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.