A new poll has found that more Americans now see the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as "too tough" in its operations, with a growing number of people believing that President Trump's deportation program is targeting more people than just dangerous criminals.
According to CBS News/YouGov survey conducted January 14-16, 2026, about half of Americans say ICE is too tough, and while Republicans have long supported the program, even they now feel the protesters have gone too far.
The program has roughly divided the nation for months, with overall support for it dipping. While strong backing from Republicans and especially strong backing from MAGA supporters remain steady, most people see a difference between their goals for the deportation program and how it's being carried out.
In contrast to its support, more Americans now think that President Trump's policies are unlikely to bring peace and stability in 2026. Most believe the U.S. has strategic interests in Iran but are divided on whether or not it has moral responsibilities there.
The idea of using military force to take Greenland is also facing overwhelming opposition across party lines, with large majorities thinking it would cause the U.S. to leave the NATO alliance and create instability in the world.
According to CBS News/YouGov survey conducted January 14-16, 2026, about half of Americans say ICE is too tough, and while Republicans have long supported the program, even they now feel the protesters have gone too far.
The program has roughly divided the nation for months, with overall support for it dipping. While strong backing from Republicans and especially strong backing from MAGA supporters remain steady, most people see a difference between their goals for the deportation program and how it's being carried out.
In contrast to its support, more Americans now think that President Trump's policies are unlikely to bring peace and stability in 2026. Most believe the U.S. has strategic interests in Iran but are divided on whether or not it has moral responsibilities there.
The idea of using military force to take Greenland is also facing overwhelming opposition across party lines, with large majorities thinking it would cause the U.S. to leave the NATO alliance and create instability in the world.
. And with Trump's policies, I think a lot of folks are genuinely concerned about the unintended consequences, especially when it comes to Iran 
. The more I learn about this situation, the more I wonder if we're having a simplistic conversation about immigration and national security... don't get me wrong, I'm all for finding common ground, but it feels like we're stuck in this polarized loop 
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I mean, you'd think that a program aimed at keeping America safe would have broad support, but now it's like people are starting to feel like it's targeting the wrong people 
It's interesting that even Republicans are now feeling like they've gone too far - I guess even the most extreme supporters can see when things get out of hand 
And yeah, President Trump's policies just aren't seeming to be resonating with people anymore 
Maybe it's time for a shift in direction? We need someone who's gonna make sure we're focusing on the right stuff.
. I think people are finally starting to see that it's not just about deporting bad guys, but also about hurting innocent families and communities 
. The way they're doing it now is like, overkill 
. I'm glad some Republicans are speaking out against this program, even if others still support it 
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! Who thought that was a good idea? 
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. Maybe now we can start to find some common ground and work towards solutions that actually help everyone 
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And now more Americans think it's targeting the wrong people entirely - I can see why that would be frustrating for a lot of folks.
, and people from different parties are coming together to oppose using military force in Greenland