A new Quinnipiac University poll reveals how Americans view Donald Trump just five months after his return to the White House. After defeating Kamala Harris last November, Trump vowed to take a different path from his predecessor, Joe Biden—and he wasted no time doing it.

A Fast-Paced Start With Controversial Moves
Since taking office again, Trump has made sweeping changes—many sparking intense debate. His latest initiative, the Big Beautiful Bill, triggered a very public clash with Elon Musk, who labeled the bill an “abomination.”

Meanwhile, Trump’s crackdown on immigration has fueled national unrest. In Los Angeles, anti-ICE protests erupted following a series of federal raids, leading to growing tensions between law enforcement and demonstrators

Despite his efforts to “Make America Great Again,” many Americans remain unconvinced. The poll, released June 11, shows: