Americans say Dems don’t stand up to GOP, GOP supports Trump too much: Poll
A recent poll reveals that many Americans believe Democrats do not adequately oppose Republicans, while Republicans are perceived as overly loyal to Donald Trump. The survey highlights that 10% of respondents view Democrats as weak, while a similar percentage criticize Republicans for their loyalty to Trump. Overall, the poll reflects significant dissatisfaction with both major political parties.
- ▪10% of Americans believe the worst thing about Democrats is their weakness against Trump.
- ▪12% of respondents cited loyalty to Trump as the worst aspect of Republicans.
- ▪Many Americans expressed concerns about Democrats being too liberal or 'woke'.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onAmericans most likely to say Democrats don’t stand up to Republicans, Republicans support Trump too much: ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos pollOpen-ended questions give ABC News an idea what people think about both parties.ByEmily GuskinMay 27, 2026, 6:10 AM2:43President Donald Trump delivers remarks during a Memorial Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, May 25, 2026 in Arlington, Virginia.Kent Nishimura/AFP via Getty ImagesWhen asked what the worst thing is about Republicans, the most common response among Americans is President Donald Trump or loyalty to him, while the most common response…
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