New Yorkers Divided but Lean Toward Supporting Trump’s Deportation Plan

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A recent Siena College poll has revealed that a majority of New Yorkers are in favor of President-elect Donald Trump’s controversial proposal to deport millions of undocumented immigrants, a plan that was a central theme of his presidential campaign. This includes an unexpected finding: nearly half of Latino respondents and a significant number of self-identified liberals support the measure.

 

The survey, conducted between December 2 and December 5, involved 834 registered voters and has a margin of error of approximately four percentage points. The results indicate that 54% of respondents across the state believe New York should align with Trump’s deportation agenda, while 35% think the state should oppose it. The data underscores a deep divide across demographic and political lines, with support reaching surprising corners.

 

Among Democrats, 38% expressed approval for the deportation plan, compared to a whopping 87% of Republicans and 54% of independents. Gender also played a role in shaping opinions, with 61% of men backing the plan versus 49% of women. Opposition among women stood at 38%, slightly higher than the 31% of men who opposed it. Racial differences were less pronounced, though still notable, with 56% of white respondents, 51% of Black respondents, and 47% of Latino respondents showing support. Additionally, a striking 30% of self-described liberals expressed agreement, defying expectations given Trump’s often polarizing policies.

 

The context for these numbers may lie in the strain the ongoing migrant crisis has placed on New York City. Since the spring of 2022, more than 224,400 migrants have entered the city’s intake system, creating a financial burden estimated at $6.1 billion. Although the pace of arrivals has slowed, with 11 emergency shelters closing over the past six weeks, over 56,000 migrants remain in the shelter system as of late November.

 

Mayor Eric Adams has also adopted a tougher stance on immigration in recent months, particularly when addressing migrants who have been accused of crimes. Speaking last week, he stated, “My position is people who commit crimes in our city, you have abdicated your right to be in our city, and I am open to figure out the best way to address that. Those who are here committing crimes, robberies, shooting at police officers, raping innocent people, have been a harm to our country.”

 

Adams’ comments reflect growing frustration among many city residents and officials as they grapple with the challenges posed by the influx. The poll results suggest that this frustration may be fueling broader support for more stringent immigration policies, even among groups typically resistant to Trump’s rhetoric.

 

As the state continues to navigate these tensions, the poll highlights the complexities of public opinion on immigration—a deeply divisive issue with implications that reach far beyond party lines.

 

Based on a report by NYP 2024-12-12

 

 

 

[jippytum]

Illegal is illegal. Support Trump and get rid.

I wish most European politicians including the UK had some of his resolve regarding illegal immigration

[Grumpy one]

A quick look at the headlines and I thought they wanted to deport rump

Silly me, must cut back on alcohol and open eyes

[Denim]

Saying and being able to do are worlds apart.

 

A few hundred , maybe . Millions ? ...I doubt it.

[Cryingdick]

It doesn't matter what New Yorkers think it is a matter of federal law.