Republican confidence in Trump to respect country’s democratic values, act ethically in office declines | Pew Research Center

January 29, 2026

Confidence in Trump Dips, and Fewer Now Say They Support His Policies and Plans

Republican confidence in Trump to respect country’s democratic values, act ethically in office declines

Republican confidence in Trump to respect country’s democratic values, act ethically in office declines

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Confidence in Trump Dips, and Fewer Now Say They Support His Policies and Plans
Democrats increasingly say their congressional leaders should stand up to Trump on their issues
Republican confidence in Trump to respect country’s democratic values, act ethically in office declines
Many Americans lack confidence in Trump on several measures, including his ethics in office
Republican support for Trump’s agenda has declined over the last year
Half of Americans say Trump’s actions have been worse than they expected
Republicans increasingly say GOP members of Congress aren’t obligated to support Trump if they disagree with him