It Could Happen Here Executive Disorder: Do Americans Hate ICE & Trump Now? DHS Shutdown, Shooting in Rhode Island
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Feb 20, 2026 They debate rising public hostility toward ICE and whether abolition is gaining traction. They unpack the DHS partial shutdown and which agencies face disruptions. They cover a Rhode Island shooting framed as domestic violence and how it is being used in culture war battles. They survey recent polling shifts and what that means for midterm political strategy.
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Rapid Collapse In Trump And ICE Support
- Trump and ICE have seen sharp drops in public support, and Americans increasingly tie the two together.
- YouGov and NBC-aggregated polls show Republicans and Trump losing ground on immigration since late 2025.
Abolish ICE Reached A Plurality
- Polling shows plurality support for abolishing ICE, not a majority but a significant shift.
- YouGov found 46% support, 41% opposition, and 12% unsure as of Jan 24, 2026.
Push For Durable Immigration Reform
- Use the current momentum to push for durable immigration reform and protection for legal statuses.
- Combine expanded legal pathways with laws preventing easy reversal of green cards and residency.