Majority of Americans Support Increased Deportation Policies

Recent polls indicate a significant shift in public opinion regarding immigration enforcement and deportations, with a majority of Americans supporting the deportation of undocumented immigrants, particularly those with criminal records. A Rasmussen Reports survey found that 57% of likely voters approve of immigration enforcement raids, while a University of Houston poll showed that 60% of Texans favor increased enforcement. Nationally, 65% of adults support deporting immigrants convicted of violent crimes, with broad bipartisan support for this policy. Additionally, a notable 87% of respondents supported deportation for undocumented migrants with criminal convictions. Despite these trends, there remains considerable opposition to policies that lead to family separation during deportations. Overall, the sentiment appears to favor a crackdown on illegal immigration, particularly against those with criminal backgrounds.