Trump’s AI Handling Under Fire as Polls Show Deepening Disapproval
New poll reveals Trump's AI policies face growing public backlash. Americans increasingly distrust his approach to artificial intelligence.
POLICY WIRE — City, Country — A recent survey highlights a deepening public skepticism toward President Donald Trump’s approach to artificial intelligence, with only 23% of Americans believing he has handled the issue well.
The University of Massachusetts Amherst released the findings Monday, showing that 57% of respondents think Trump has managed AI poorly. CNN’s Chief Data Analyst Harry Enten emphasized that the president is facing significant disapproval, noting his net approval rating on AI is 34 points lower than his disapproval rating.
Enten pointed out that Trump’s standing with independents has worsened over the year, dropping from 25 points underwater in March to 61 points now. The president, who has frequently used AI-generated content on social media, has advocated for fewer regulations despite calls from major tech companies for a more cautious approach.
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As AI becomes more integrated into daily life—from stock market shifts driven by chipmakers like Nvidia to chatbots helping with meal planning—concerns about its potential risks have also grown. Former Anthropic employee Jacob Coxon recently warned that some AI developers believe the technology could pose an existential threat by the end of the decade.
When asked about AI safety, Trump claimed the U.S. leads China in AI development and argued against slowing down progress. He dismissed concerns as a “hoax” and blamed Democrats for fueling fears, writing on Truth Social that “Radical Left Dumocrats” are behind the surge in negative sentiment.
Amid rising concerns about AI’s capabilities, many Americans are also worried about the environmental and social impacts of data centers. A senior White House official acknowledged the need to address these concerns, though polling on the issue remains mixed.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
