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A CBS News/YouGov survey finds Americans split over the Trump administration’s deportation program, with strong backing from Republicans and MAGA Republicans and less support among others. Approval, once higher earlier in President Trump’s term, has leveled since mid-summer and ticked up slightly from last month. Support hinges on whom people believe is targeted: backing rises when respondents think criminals are prioritized. Slightly more than half say ICE is too tough, and most oppose officers wearing masks. Many also believe Trump’s policies are reducing border crossings. The nationally representative survey of 2,124 adults ran October 29-31, 2025.

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