Public Opinion on President-elect Donald Trump's Mandate
A survey shows that a majority of likely voters believe President-elect Donald Trump has a mandate to enact his agenda. Most Republicans and half of independents agree, while a plurality of Democrats disagree. The survey also shows that most likely voters believe Congress should cooperate with Trump in enacting his agenda.
Key Points
- 55% of likely voters believe the election is a mandate for Trump
- Most Republicans and half of independents agree with the mandate
- Plurality of Democrats disagree with the mandate
- 53% of likely voters believe Congress should cooperate with Trump
Pros
- Majority of likely voters believe Trump has a mandate to enact his policies
- Most likely voters believe Congress should cooperate with Trump in enacting his agenda
Cons
- Plurality of Democrats do not believe the election was a mandate for Trump