Overview

• A PRRI poll shows 52% of Americans believe President Trump is a 'dangerous dictator' whose power must be limited to protect democracy.
• Among Republicans, 17% share this view, while 56% of Independents agree, highlighting fractures in his broader support base.
• Despite these concerns, 81% of Republican voters back Trump as a strong leader who should have expanded authority to 'restore America’s greatness.'
• 78% of Americans reject the idea of a president bypassing Congress or the Supreme Court, underscoring strong bipartisan support for checks and balances.
• An overwhelming 89% of Americans agree that no elected official, including the president, should be above the law, reflecting widespread commitment to democratic norms.