United StatesA new Washington Post-Ipsos poll reveals declining public confidence in the U.S. Supreme Court, with 46% of Americans believing the justices are influenced more by political ideology than the rule of law. The survey indicates that nearly half of respondents think the court's rulings on Trump administration policies are politically motivated, with two-thirds of those opinions believing the court favors Trump. The Supreme Court recently concluded its term with significant rulings, some supporting Trump's policies and others opposing them, such as striking down his global tariffs and invalidating an executive order related to birthright citizenship. Overall, 55% of Americans disapprove of the court's performance, with stark partisan divides—two-thirds of Republicans approving versus three-quarters of Democrats disapproving. The findings highlight broader public skepticism toward major U.S. institutions.
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