Public Opinion on Tariffs and Presidential Authority: Insights from the Marquette Law School Survey
A recent survey conducted by Marquette Law School revealed that a majority of Americans, 63%, believe that the U.S. Supreme Court should uphold a ruling that limits President Donald Trump's authority to impose tariffs. The poll also found that 37% of adults approve of Trump's handling of tariffs, with differing opinions on whether the Court should restrict or maintain his tariff-setting power.
Among those who approve of Trump's tariff policies, 78% believe the president should retain his authority over tariffs, while 22% think the Court should limit his power. Conversely, among those who disapprove of Trump's tariff approach, 89% support limiting his authority, while 11% believe he should keep the power to set tariffs. Additionally, 56% of respondents believe that tariffs negatively impact the U.S. economy, while 30% think they are beneficial, and 14% believe they have little effect.
The approval rating of the U.S. Supreme Court has declined to 44% in January from 50% in September, with varying opinions across party lines. Republicans show higher approval at 78%, compared to 17% of Democrats and 26% of independents. The survey, conducted from January 21 to 28, also gathered data on public perceptions of the Federal Reserve and Board of Governors.
For more detailed statistics and insights from this poll, you can visit the Marquette Law School website. The findings highlight the diverse opinions among Americans regarding tariffs, presidential authority, and the role of the U.S. Supreme Court in shaping economic policies.