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Poll Finds Majority of Americans Concerned About Trump's Alignment with Russia

A Reuters/Ipsos survey reveals bipartisan concerns over Trump's foreign policy and controversial proposals, including territorial expansion and Ukraine aid conditions.

U.S. President Donald Trump meets with Russia's President Vladimir Putin in Helsinki, Finland, July 16, 2018. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque
Haley Romero, 6, stands beneath a massive Ukrainian flag held by demonstrators as they rally in support of Ukraine during a protest on the Ellipse near the White House in Washington, DC, on March 8.

Overview

  • 56% of Americans, including 27% of Republicans and 89% of Democrats, believe President Trump is too closely aligned with Russia, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.
  • The poll also shows limited public support for Trump's proposed territorial expansion, including acquiring Greenland, Canada, and the Panama Canal.
  • Trump's foreign policy approach, including conditioning military aid to Ukraine on access to its mineral wealth, has divided public opinion, with 44% of Americans in support.
  • The U.S. has proposed a ceasefire deal in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, with Russia expressing conditional openness to a 30-day ceasefire following diplomatic talks.
  • Trump's actions, such as criticizing Ukrainian President Zelensky and expressing admiration for Russian President Putin, have raised concerns among U.S. allies and fueled debate over American foreign policy priorities.