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The Herald Scotland
7 hours ago
- Politics
- The Herald Scotland
CNN poll: Americans believe neither party can get things done
Respondents held a dim view of both parties, even as 58% said that the government should do more to solve problems - a record high in over 30 years of the network's polling. The network reported that respondents were split on if either party represented the middle class, with a third saying neither did. Republicans saw a seven-point advantage over Democrats on handling the economy, the narrowest lead on the issue in the polling since 2022 and lost over half of their advantage on immigration, falling from a 14-point lead in November 2023 to a six-point lead in the new poll. The poll was conducted by SSRS online or by phone from May 5-26 among 2,539 adults across the country using a combination of online and telephone interviews. Here's what else the poll found. Neither party seen as having strong leadership, able to get things done When asked if a party had strong leaders, 40% of respondents agreed with that description for Republicans and only 36% said that they could get things done. The survey was even more pessimistic for Democrats, as only 16% of respondents said they had strong leaders and 19% said they could get things done. The response of neither won both questions with 43% and 44% respectively, despite 81% of respondents saying they saw "important differences" between the two parties. The network reported that the gap in favorability was fueled by partisan views with Republican-aligned respondents 50 points likelier than Democratic-aligned respondents to say that their party has strong leaders while the question of which party could get things done elicited a 36-point difference between partisans. Independents were particularly pessimistic about the parties, with 76% saying that neither party had strong leadership nor could get things done. Trump approval rating: Recent polls mostly steady through late May Diversity seen as positive by wide majority Just under three-quarters of respondents said that growing racial diversity does "more to enrich than threaten American culture." Objection to that view, held by 27% of respondents, was concentrated among Republican-aligned men with 45% of Republicans and Republican-leaning independents calling diversity a threat - a 25% jump from 2019, according to the network. Democrats held an eight-point advantage on LGTBQ issues in the poll and a seven-point margin on race issues. Respondents saying that abortion should be legal in all circumstances hit a record high at 36% in the poll. Thirty-five percent of respondents said that abortion should be legal in "a few" circumstances while 15% said that the procedure should be legal in most circumstances.
USA Today
18 hours ago
- Business
- USA Today
Country pessimistic about both parties, see democracy being tested, new poll finds
Country pessimistic about both parties, see democracy being tested, new poll finds Show Caption Hide Caption Trump calls Elon Musk a 'fantastic guy' amid drug use allegations President Trump said he didn't know about Elon Musk's alleged drug use and backed the billionaire's cost-cutting. Over 80% of Americans said that democracy is at least being tested while neither party is seen as being able to get things done in a CNN poll released June 1. The poll found that 49% of respondents believe that American democracy is under attack and 36% believe that American democracy is being tested. Respondents held a dim view of both parties, even as 58% said that the government should do more to solve problems – a record high in over 30 years of the network's polling. The network reported that respondents were split on if either party represented the middle class, with a third saying neither did. Republicans saw a seven-point advantage over Democrats on handling the economy, the narrowest lead on the issue in the polling since 2022 and lost over half of their advantage on immigration, falling from a 14-point lead in November 2023 to a six-point lead in the new poll. The poll was conducted by SSRS online or by phone from May 5-26 among 2,539 adults across the country using a combination of online and telephone interviews. Here's what else the poll found. Neither party seen as having strong leadership, able to get things done When asked if a party had strong leaders, 40% of respondents agreed with that description for Republicans and only 36% said that they could get things done. The survey was even more pessimistic for Democrats, as only 16% of respondents said they had strong leaders and 19% said they could get things done. The response of neither won both questions with 43% and 44% respectively, despite 81% of respondents saying they saw "important differences" between the two parties. The network reported that the gap in favorability was fueled by partisan views with Republican-aligned respondents 50 points likelier than Democratic-aligned respondents to say that their party has strong leaders while the question of which party could get things done elicited a 36-point difference between partisans. Independents were particularly pessimistic about the parties, with 76% saying that neither party had strong leadership nor could get things done. Trump approval rating: Recent polls mostly steady through late May Diversity seen as positive by wide majority Just under three-quarters of respondents said that growing racial diversity does "more to enrich than threaten American culture." Objection to that view, held by 27% of respondents, was concentrated among Republican-aligned men with 45% of Republicans and Republican-leaning independents calling diversity a threat – a 25% jump from 2019, according to the network. Democrats held an eight-point advantage on LGTBQ issues in the poll and a seven-point margin on race issues. Respondents saying that abortion should be legal in all circumstances hit a record high at 36% in the poll. Thirty-five percent of respondents said that abortion should be legal in "a few" circumstances while 15% said that the procedure should be legal in most circumstances.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Cornyn: Paxton allegations ‘just the tip of the iceberg'
Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) in an interview published Friday suggested the allegations that fueled Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's (R) impeachment inquiry — which ultimately failed — were 'just the tip of the iceberg.' Speaking to The New York Times, Cornyn placed emphasis on the importance of character as he vies for reelection next year in the Senate GOP primary against Paxton. 'I'm willing to bet my career and my future and this job on my belief that character does matter still,' Cornyn said, suggesting Paxton believed instead 'that he can get away with a whole litany of misbehavior and corruption that should disqualify him from the job.' Paxton was acquitted in the Texas state Legislature's impeachment inquiry in September 2023, which alleged he had 'used, misused, or failed to use his official powers in a manner calculated to subvert the lawful operation of the government of the State of Texas and obstruct the fair and impartial administration of justice.' The allegations particularly suggested Paxton was inappropriately helping Nate Paul, one of his donors. 'John Cornyn is peddling a new fake lie every week because he's down 20 points and trying to process the fact that his 40-year political career is coming to an end,' Paxton said in a statement responding to Cornyn's interview with the Times. 'His pathetic attacks can't change the fact that he worked with Joe Biden to take away our gun rights, said President Trump's 'time has passed him by,' and called the border wall 'naïve,'' he added, a nod to Cornyn's involvement in a bipartisan gun safety bill that was signed into law by former President Biden and that sparked criticism among some Texas Republicans. Republicans are bracing for a nasty primary between the two men – which could potentially offer an opening to Democrats in Texas, as the race shows only greater signs of divisiveness and personal attacks. One Republican-aligned poll and one public poll from the Barbara Jordan Public Policy Research and Survey Center at Texas Southern University have shown Cornyn trailing Paxton in a GOP primary. However, both showed Cornyn faring better than Paxton in a general election. Cornyn's campaign released a slew of ads earlier this week, first shared with The Hill, accusing Paxton of 'funding the left,' citing grant money his office gave different Texas legal groups. Meanwhile, Paxton's allies have hit back at the campaign's allegations, suggesting they're false, and have reminded voters that Cornyn has previously criticized Trump. The president hasn't weighed in on the primary between the two men. Noting other Republicans have similarly recanted past criticism of Trump, Cornyn told the Times, 'I was wrong and President Trump was right, obviously.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Hill
Cornyn: Paxton allegations ‘just the tip of the iceberg'
Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) in an interview published on Friday suggested the allegations that fueled Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's (R) impeachment inquiry — which ultimately failed — were 'just the tip of the iceberg.' Speaking to The New York Times, Cornyn placed emphasis on the importance of character as he vies for reelection next year in the Senate GOP primary against Paxton. 'I'm willing to bet my career and my future and this job on my belief that character does matter still,' Cornyn said, suggesting that for Paxton believed instead 'that he can get away with a whole litany of misbehavior and corruption that should disqualify him from the job.' Paxton was acquitted in the Texas state legislature's impeachment inquiry in September 2023, which had alleged that Paxton had 'used, misused, or failed to use his official powers in a manner calculated to subvert the lawful operation of the government of the State of Texas and obstruct the fair and impartial administration of justice.' The allegations particularly suggested Paxton was inappropriately helping Paxton donor Nate Paul. Asked about Cornyn's remarks, Paxton told the Times in a statement that Cornyn 'is peddling a new fake lie every week because he is down' in polling. Paxton also added that Cornyn's attacks 'can't change the fact that he worked with Joe Biden to take away our gun rights' – a nod to Cornyn's involvement in a bipartisan gun safety bill that was signed into law by former President Biden and which sparked criticism among some Texas Republicans. Republicans are bracing for a nasty primary between the two men – one that could potentially offer an opening to Democrats in Texas as the race shows only greater signs of divisiveness and personal attacks. One Republican-aligned poll and one public poll from the Barbara Jordan Public Policy Research and Survey Center at Texas Southern University have shown Cornyn trailing Paxton in a GOP primary. However, both showed Cornyn faring better than Paxton in a general election. Cornyn's campaign released a slew of ads earlier this week, first shared with The Hill, accusing Paxton of 'funding the left,' citing grant money his office gave different Texas entities. Meanwhile, Paxton's allies have hit back at the campaign's allegations, suggesting they're false, and have reminded voters that Cornyn has previously criticized Trump; the president hasn't weighed in on the primary between the two men. Noting other Republicans have similarly recanted past criticism of Trump, Cornyn told the Times 'I was wrong and President Trump was right, obviously.' The Hill has reached out to Paxton's campaign for additional comment.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Why Elon Musk is unhappy with Donald Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'
Last week, the US House of Representatives narrowly passed a major tax and spending package championed by President Donald Trump . Dubbed the 'big, beautiful bill' by Trump himself, the legislation combines multi-trillion-dollar tax breaks with a significant boost to defence spending and funding for mass deportations. But one of Trump's most prominent backers, Elon Musk , is now publicly opposing it — raising questions about a growing rift within the Republican leadership. Here's what you need to know. What is the 'big, beautiful bill'? The bill is one of Trump's top legislative priorities. Key provisions include: Extension of 2017 tax cuts: These were originally passed during Trump's first term and are set to expire unless renewed. Increased defence spending: Billions have been allocated to expand the US military budget. Funding for immigration enforcement: A major chunk is earmarked for Trump's proposed mass deportation efforts. The bill passed the House in a tight vote and is now awaiting consideration in the Senate. Why is Elon Musk unhappy? In an interview with CBS's Sunday Morning, Musk expressed 'disappointment' with the bill, saying it 'undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing.' DOGE refers to the Department of Government Efficiency, an informal cost-cutting advisory group Musk had been leading. His primary concern is fiscal responsibility. 'It increases the budget deficit, not decreases it,' Musk said — pointing to projections that the bill could widen the federal deficit by roughly $600 billion in the next fiscal year. Musk added: 'I think a bill can be big or beautiful. I don't know if it can be both.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo What is Musk's role in government policy? Although not a formal government official, Musk was recruited by Trump to lead cost-cutting efforts across the federal bureaucracy. Under the DOGE initiative, Musk: Advocated ending foreign aid programmes Oversaw significant layoffs in federal departments Pushed for slashing discretionary spending These actions were highly controversial. While Trump allies praised Musk for trimming 'waste and fraud,' critics said the measures harmed diplomatic programmes and public sector jobs. Is this a sign of a break between Musk and Trump? Possibly. Musk played a key role in Trump's 2024 comeback, donating over $250 million to Republican-aligned groups. But recent weeks have seen a shift. Musk has announced he'll be stepping back from political spending. He's reaffirmed his commitment to Tesla, where he plans to remain CEO for at least five more years. He has also begun distancing himself from DOGE, signalling a retreat from direct political involvement. His criticism of the spending bill is the clearest indication yet of a potential falling out between Musk and Trump. Elon Musk Cold Open - SNL How has the public reacted? The backlash against Musk has already been evident. Tesla faced boycotts, protests, and a drop in sales over Musk's association with the Trump administration and the cost-cutting programme. While Musk defended his actions — 'I did what needed to be done' — public opinion remains divided, especially among younger and progressive Tesla customers. What happens next? The bill now moves to the US Senate, where it is likely to face further scrutiny — not just from Democrats, but also from fiscally conservative Republicans who share Musk's concerns. If Musk's criticism galvanises more GOP opposition, the bill's future may become uncertain. Either way, his remarks mark a significant moment in the evolving relationship between tech billionaires and American political power — and could redefine Musk's influence in Washington going forward.
