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NBC News
8 hours ago
- Politics
- NBC News
Poll: As Americans form views on AI, they're divided on its role in school and everyday life
Americans are almost evenly split on several questions measuring their views on artificial intelligence, with no meaningful differences based on age and partisanship, according to the NBC News Decision Desk Poll powered by SurveyMonkey. The split views on AI use and AI's impact on the future come as elected officials in Washington have largely left AI companies untouched, introducing few regulations that constrain them. President Donald Trump has undone many of the initial attempts at regulation and oversight put in place by then-President Joe Biden, and many Republicans have embraced the Trump administration's anti-regulation stance on AI. But in the background, college professors and teachers across the U.S. have expressed exasperation at the potential influence that increasing student use of AI could have on young minds, and many progressives have balked at AI's potential influence on the job market and the environment, with many urging others to abandon the use of AI altogether. Slightly less than half — 44% — of U.S. adults surveyed said that they used AI tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini or Microsoft Copilot 'sometimes' or 'very often,' while 56% said they used these tools 'rarely' or 'never.' The poll, which also surveyed respondents about politics and the Trump administration, found no meaningful breakdowns in AI tool use by political party. Looking at the issue by partisanship, 14% of Republicans, 14% of Democrats and 15% of independent voters said they used AI tools 'very often,' while another 28% of Republicans, 31% of Democrats and 31% of independent voters said they used AI tools 'sometimes.' Then, 29% of Republicans, 31% of Democrats and 28% of independent voters said they 'rarely' used AI tools. The survey also asked respondents to consider the impact of AI on the future. While 44% of American adults surveyed said they thought AI would make their and their families' lives 'much better' or 'somewhat better,' illustrating the evolving and still-forming nature of the public's feelings on AI, just 7% of those surveyed said they felt it would make lives 'much' better, with 37% choosing the 'somewhat' option. Meanwhile, 42% of respondents said they thought AI would make their and their families' futures 'somewhat worse' or 'much worse.' Again, a smaller portion of respondents — in this case, 16% — said that AI would make their futures 'much' worse. Once again, there were few strong divisions among respondents by partisanship. Exactly half of Republicans responded that they expected their futures to be 'much better' or 'somewhat better' due to AI. Slightly fewer Democrats — 42% — and independent voters — 41% — said the same. Similarly, 39% of Republicans said they thought AI would make their and their families' futures 'somewhat worse' or 'much worse,' while slightly more Democrats — 47% — said the same. Forty-three percent of independent voters also said that AI would make the future somewhat or much worse. The survey also tested views about the use of AI in schools, with a near even split among American adults about whether using AI tools in schools prepares students well for the future. Just over half — 53% — of survey respondents agreed that the integration of AI tools in the classroom could better prepare students for the future. The remainder — 47% — thought that prohibiting the use of AI tools in the classroom would better prepare students. The divide comes as educators grapple with the encroachment of increasingly accessible technologies capable of helping students research, study or cheat more efficiently. While some teachers have swung back toward handwritten essays and in-class work in efforts to prevent AI use, others have embraced AI by intentionally integrating it into assignments. Last year, OpenAI rolled out ChatGPT Edu, a version of its flagship chatbot made specifically for use on college campuses. Google's Gemini and Microsoft's Copilot are also among the major AI models that have introduced tools for education. And AI-powered tutors or assistants — from newer platforms like SchoolAI to more traditional ones like Khan Academy — increasingly offer services for educators. Once again, there were no significant breaks along party lines in people's views of the use of AI in schools. Slightly more Democrats — 57% — agreed with the first premise, that schools that actively integrate AI in the classroom better prepare students for the future. Fifty percent of Republican voters and 51% of independent voters said the same. Meanwhile, 50% of Republicans agreed with the second statement, that schools that prohibit the use of AI in the classroom better prepare students. Forty-nine percent of independent voters and 43% of Democrats said the same. Among age groups, there was also little variation in views of the use of AI in schools. Adults ages 18 to 29 were evenly split, with 50% supporting schools incorporating the use of AI in the classroom and 50% supporting schools that prohibit the use of AI in the classroom. In the next-oldest generation — those ages 30 to 44 — 54% of respondents supported schools using AI and 46% supported schools that prohibit AI. Older generations also did not have significant splits on the use of AI in schools.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
4 Ways To Tackle Tariff Anxiety
Tariffs do more than raise prices. They can also raise stress and anxiety. That's why 66% of Americans said tariffs were a reason for their financial stress, according to a 2025 CNBC and Survey Monkey poll. And while those emotional and physical responses are a normal part of life, it's not healthy to let them take over. Unfortunately, unchecked stress can trigger anxiety and other more serious issues over the long term. Read More: Learn More: Don't let it get out of control. Here are some ways to tackle tariff anxiety and protect your mental and physical health, as well as your finances. Also see Rachel Cruze's simple five-step budgeting plan to end money stress. Reading headlines about tariffs and market swings can cause anxiety. And while it's important to be informed, information overload can have negative effects. To limit your exposure, turn off any smartphone notifications related to the news. Set other boundaries, such as no screen time, including TVs, smartphones and tablets, during meals. Additionally, set a timer for 15 minutes to limit your exposure when you do use social media or scroll the latest news headlines. That way, you won't go down a rabbit hole. Check Out: Whether you talk to a friend, mental health professional or a trusted financial advisor, talking about your fears can help. Consider what your fears are and decide whether you need clarity, assurance, or just someone to listen and empathize. Then choose an appropriate person or professional to share your fears with. Paying for professional help can be well worth it if it helps ease your anxiety. It's important to eat well, hydrate and get plenty of rest, but take it a step further by engaging in stress-reducing activities. The Jackson Health System recommended grounding tools to help navigate tariff anxiety. Regularly take a walk in a green space, meditate, engage in deep breathing or do yoga to relieve stress and keep it from building to the point of anxiety. There's a lot of talk about what the impacts of tariffs will be, especially on the costs of everyday goods. The New York Times recently reported that economists believe tariffs' impact 'will be much more significant this summer.' However, there's still a lot of uncertainty about what that will look like for consumers' wallets. According to Psychology Today, accepting that uncertainty can be a coping mechanism for anxiety. Additionally, it doesn't hurt to prepare your finances in the event of price increases. By establishing a budget, living within your means and focusing on what you can control with your money, you may feel more equipped to deal with any potential tariff impacts and reduce your stress along the way. Editor's note on political coverage: GOBankingRates is nonpartisan and strives to cover all aspects of the economy objectively and present balanced reports on politically focused finance stories. You can find more coverage of this topic on More From GOBankingRates I'm a Retired Boomer: 6 Bills I Canceled This Year That Were a Waste of Money This article originally appeared on 4 Ways To Tackle Tariff Anxiety
Yahoo
a day ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Majority of Americans disapprove of Trump's second term, but he leads on immigration: new poll
WASHINGTON – A majority of Americans say they disapprove of Donald Trump's second term – with even some Republicans hitting the president – as immigration remains his strongest policy issue. A new NBC News Decision Desk Poll, conducted along with SurveyMonkey, found that 45% of Americans approve of the way Trump is handling his job as president, while 55% disapprove. Those figures remain unchanged from an NBC News survey in April. Trump's rating differs along party lines. Among Republicans, 89% approve of the president's second term in office, compared to eight percent of Democrats and 35% of Independents. Approximately 12% of Republicans said they disapprove of the president's job, compared to 92% of Democrats and 65% of Independents. Republicans were five percentage points less likely to report that they strongly support the president's administration, compared to the survey results from April. Much of that shift came from respondents who say they identify with the president's MAGA – Make America Great Again – movement. The survey also found a so-called intensity gap among Republicans and Democrats over how they feel about the Trump administration's actions. Pollsters asked respondents to pick one emotion from a list: Thrilled, happy, satisfied, neutral, dissatisfied, angry and furious. Fifty-one percent of Democrats agreed that they feel "furious" about the Trump administration, compared to 23 percent of Republicans who agreed. GOP survey respondents also shifted seven percentage points away from feeling "thrilled" about Trump from earlier surveys: 25% of Republicans said they felt thrilled over Trump's actions in the latest poll, compared to 32% who said the same in April. Still, only one percent of Republicans said they felt furious over Trump's actions. The latest survey was conducted among 19,410 adults nationwide between May 30 and June 10. It has a margin of error of plus or minus 2.1 percentage has focused much of his presidency on advancing his immigration agenda, including deporting thousands of migrants to countries such as Colombia, Mexico and El Salvador. During his 2024 campaign, the sweeping deportations became his signature promise to voters. Now, Trump is leading on the issue. According to the survey, 51% of Americans approve Trump's handling of border security and immigration, while 49% disapprove. The survey was conducted as Trump sent National Guard troops to quell protests against immigration enforcement in the Los Angeles area, against California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom's wishes. Additional protests against the Trump administration's immigration actions have broken out across the country. On the economy, approximately 45% of Americans reported that "their personal financial situation" is about the same as it was last year, and 34% said it has gotten worse. Approximately 21% said their finances have improved over the last year, results that didn't see a major shift from NBC's April survey. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Majority disapproves of Trump, but he leads on immigration: new poll
The Hill
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Hill
MAGA supporters split on whether Trump should follow court rulings
Supporters of President Trump's 'Make America Great Again' movement are divided on whether the president should have to follow federal court orders blocking his action, according to an NBC News Decision Desk poll powered by SurveyMonkey. The survey, conducted in early June, told respondents that 'a number of Trump administration actions have been challenged in the United States federal court' and asked about the appropriate next steps 'if a federal court rules that a Trump administration action is illegal.' MAGA supporters are split — 50 percent, 50 percent — between those who say the administration 'has to follow the court's ruling and stop its action' and those who say the administration 'doesn't have to follow the court's ruling and can continue its action.' Democrats almost unanimously agree on the issue, with 96 percent saying the administration must follow the court's ruling. Independents, too, largely say the administration must follow the court orders — with 87 percent holding this view and 13 percent saying Trump can ignore the court order. Overall, 81 percent of respondents say Trump must follow the court order, while 19 percent say he doesn't have to. The poll was conducted May 30-June 10 and included 19,410 U.S. adults. The margin of error is 2.1 percentage points.
The Hill
2 days ago
- Business
- The Hill
60 percent disapprove of Trump handling of tariffs, trade: Survey
Sixty percent of Americans say they disapprove of the way President Trump is handling trade and tariffs, according to a new NBC News Decision Desk poll powered by SurveyMonkey. In the poll, conducted in early June, 45 percent of respondents said they strongly disapproved of Trump's handling of the issue, while 15 percent said they somewhat disapproved. Another 19 percent said they strongly approve of the way the president has handled the issue, while 21 percent said they somewhat approve. The latest poll is similar to a survey taken nearly two months earlier, in mid-April, which showed 61 percent of respondents disapproving of his handling of the issue and 39 percent approving. That April poll came after Trump made his April 2 'Liberation Day' tariff announcement, unveiling more than $600 billion in import taxes on goods from nearly all U.S. trading partners, including tariffs close to 100 percent on Chinese goods. Trump yielded to pressure from bond markets and congressional Republicans soon after by reducing his initial tariffs to 10 percent for 90 days, a deadline set to hit on July 8. Trump officials had touted plans to strike 90 deals in 90 days but so far has only announced a deal with the United Kingdom, while also reaching a tariff truce with China. In the survey, Trump's overall approval rating is 45 percent, with 55 percent disapproving. The 'trade and tariffs' category is among his worst issues. Only 'inflation and cost of living' scores worse, with 61 percent disapproving and 39 percent approving. Border security and immigration remains his top issue, with 51 percent approval and 49 percent disapproval. The poll was conducted from May 30 to June 10, 2025, and included 19,410 adults. The margin of error is 2.1 percentage points.
