New Poll Shows Deep Divide Over Trump’s Deportation Plan and ICE Practices

A new national poll reveals sharp political divisions over former President Donald Trump’s proposed deportation program, with Americans split largely along party lines. While many Republicans back the plan, most Democrats — and a growing number of independents — oppose it.

The survey also highlights an unexpected point of contention: the use of masks by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers during deportation operations. A majority of respondents, regardless of political affiliation, said ICE agents should not wear masks, citing concerns about transparency and accountability during arrests.

According to the poll, supporters of Trump’s immigration policy view the large-scale deportation effort as necessary to restore “law and order” at the border. Meanwhile, critics argue the program would be costly, inhumane, and logistically unrealistic.

“The results clearly show that immigration remains one of the most polarizing issues in American politics,” said one analyst familiar with the findings. “Even beyond the deportation policy itself, details like whether ICE should wear masks reflect deeper mistrust between citizens and government agencies.”

Among Republicans, nearly three-quarters support Trump’s proposed crackdown on undocumented immigrants, while only about one in five Democrats agree. Independents remain divided, with opinions often influenced by regional and economic factors.

When asked specifically about ICE’s operational conduct, a majority of Americans said officers should be required to show their faces during enforcement actions. Respondents argued that visible identification is essential to ensure accountability and maintain public trust.

Despite the controversy, Trump has continued to promote his deportation agenda as a central element of his campaign messaging, framing it as part of a broader effort to “reclaim national sovereignty.”

As the immigration debate intensifies ahead of the next election, analysts warn that the issue could once again become a defining political battleground — reflecting not only conflicting views on immigration policy but also broader divisions over law enforcement, civil liberties, and government transparency.

Author: M.J