Biden Administration

Most Say Gunman Acted Alone in Trump Assassination Attempt

A majority of voters believe the man who attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump last month acted alone, but many suspect a conspiracy.

48% Rate Kamala Harris ‘Poor’ on Border Policy

President Joe Biden put Vice President Kamala Harris in charge of efforts to control migration at the southern border, and most voters don’t think she’s done a good job of it.

Majority Say Women Should Have to Register for Draft

While most voters don’t want a return of the military draft, a majority believe that women should be required to register when they turn 18.

The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey finds that 21% of Likely U.S. Voters believe the United States should have a military draft, while 61% disagree and 18% are not sure. (To see survey question wording, click here.)

52% Agree Biden Should Resign Presidency

Voters overwhelmingly approve of President Joe Biden’s decision not to continue running for a second term, and a majority also agree that he should resign from office now.

Nearly Two-Thirds Fear More Assassination Attempts Against Trump

A majority of voters say the recent assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump has made them less confident in the Secret Service, and even more worry that Trump will be targeted again.

GOP Voters Blame Anti-Trump Rhetoric for Assassination Attempt

Although many voters believe the gunman who tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump was probably driven by mental illness, most Republicans blame the shooting on the rhetoric of Trump’s enemies.

54% Agree With Clooney: Democrats Can’t Win With Biden

While President Joe Biden claims it is only “elites” in the Democratic Party who want him to end his reelection bid, most voters agree with Hollywood liberal George Clooney that Democrats are doomed with Biden atop their ticket.

Election Integrity: Do You Trust Paper Ballots More?

Many voters believe paper ballots are more trustworthy than electronic voting machines, and a majority say they’d volunteer to count ballots.

Who’s in Charge at the White House? Most Don't Think It's Biden

Most voters don’t think Joe Biden is actually doing the job of president, and few are very confident that he is capable of doing the job.

Are the News Media More Biased Than Ever?

Hatred of the news media may be at an all-time high, and a majority of voters say media bias is still getting worse.

Inflation: Voters Trust GOP More to Deal With ‘Very Serious’ Problem

A strong majority of voters consider inflation a very serious problem, and Republicans have a 16-point margin over Democrats in terms of who voters trust to handle the issue.

Just 12% View Julian Assange as Hero

Americans voters have decidedly mixed views on Wikileaks founder Julian Assange’s recent release from custody.

Kamala Harris: Voters Still Don’t Like VP Very Much

As the 2024 election campaign heats up, President Joe Biden isn’t helped much by having Vice President Kamala Harris as his running mate.

Abortion: Democrats’ Lead on Issue Thinner Than Ever

Although nearly half of voters identify as pro-choice on the abortion issue, the Democratic Party’s advantage has dwindled to statistical insignificance.

68% of Democrats Believe Biden Is a ‘Great’ President

More voters agree with a negative message about former President Donald Trump than with a positive message about President Joe Biden.

80% Say Trump’s VP Pick Doesn’t Matter

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is the favorite to be former President Donald Trump’s vice-presidential running mate, but for most voters, the VP choice doesn’t really matter.

Social Security: Most Expect to Get All Their Benefits

Confidence that Social Security will pay out its promised benefits remains high, and voters trust Republicans slightly more than Democrats to deal with the issue.

Trump Favored to Win Thursday’s Debate

With the earliest-ever presidential debate scheduled for Thursday, former President Donald Trump is favored over incumbent President Joe Biden as the debate winner by a 10-point margin. 

Could Gavin Newsom Replace Joe Biden?

Voters aren’t excited by the suggestion that President Joe Biden could be replaced as the Democratic Party’s presidential candidate by California Gov. Gavin Newsom. 

Merrick Garland: 62% of Republicans Want Him Behind Bars

Nearly half of voters believe Attorney General Merrick Garland is guilty of contempt of Congress, and most Republicans think he should be jailed for not complying with congressional subpoenas.