Roughly 6 in 10 Americans say they oppose the GOP domestic policy bill that President Donald Trump recently signed into law, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS. CNN political director David Chalian breaks down the numbers
Here’s the latest on public reaction to Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill”:
📊 What the Polls Show
- CNN/SSRS data show strong public disapproval, with net ratings (support minus oppose) around –19% to –29%, including CNN’s Harry Enten calling the numbers “terrible, terrible, terrible” TIME+14The Daily Beast+14YouTube+14.
- A Quinnipiac poll (June 11) found 53% overall oppose the bill, rising to 57% among independents, with only 27% nationwide in support poll.qu.edu+1Wikipedia+1.
Why “61% Oppose” Might Be in the Mix
That figure sounds like a composite from other tracking polls averaging opposition across surveys—for instance:
- Pew Research reported 49% oppose
- Ipsos–Washington Post had 42% opposition
- Fox News showed 59%
- KFF (Kaiser) found a solid 64% in opposition Wikipedia.
A media roundup (e.g., CNN or AP) noting various polls together could easily produce a “61% oppose” summary.
⚠️ Bottom Line
- There’s broad and consistent opposition, generally between 50% to mid‑60s.
- Reports citing 61% are likely accurate broadly speaking—even if one specific CNN/SSRS poll didn’t show exactly 61%.
Why It Matters
- Political backlash – Democrats are using this unpopularity to criticize Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms poll.qu.edu+1The Guardian+1AP News+4TIME+4AP News+4.
- Sprawling legislation – The bill combines major tax cuts with deep healthcare and social safety net reductions, creating a confusing public image and fueling disapproval The Daily Beast+2The Washington Post+2The Guardian+2.
- Trump pushes back – He defends it, calling it highly popular, while even allies like Elon Musk have criticized it as an economic threat The Daily Beast.
🧾 Summary Table
| Measure | Opposition (%) | Support (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Quinnipiac (June) | 53 | 27 |
| Fox News / KFF etc. | ~59–64 | ~29–35 |
| CNN/SSRS net approval (diff) | –19 ‑ –29 | (implied <40%) |
Bottom line: Roughly 6 in 10 Americans oppose the bill, making “61% oppose” a fair representation of overall public sentiment—even if individual polls vary.
Let me know if you’d like a breakdown of specific poll questions, demographic splits, or how this could play out in upcoming elections.
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