Americans Divided: Is Trump Using Federal Power Against Enemies?

A Reuters/Ipsos poll indicates more than half of Americans believe President Trump is targeting his adversaries using federal law enforcement. The poll, reflecting national political division, shows concern about extremist actions and the fairness of redistricting plans amid heightened political polarization.

More than half of Americans suspect President Donald Trump is utilizing federal law enforcement to pursue political adversaries, a new Reuters/Ipsos poll suggests. This belief is shared by about three in ten Republicans, highlighting intensifying concerns over the U.S.'s deepening political rifts.

Among the respondents of the six-day poll, 55% concurred that Trump is leveraging law enforcement against his enemies, with the sentiment shared by 29% of Republican respondents. Recent actions by Trump's Justice Department against key figures like James Comey and Letitia James fuel these apprehensions.

The poll underscores a nation beset with political division, with 67% expressing considerable concern about it. This reflects ongoing partisan tensions, exacerbated by disputes over voting district boundaries ahead of the 2026 elections, further questioning the state of U.S. democracy.

(With inputs from agencies.)