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Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the decline in President Trump's approval ratings, highlighting concerns among the American public regarding his handling of economic and immigration policies [1][5]. Group 1: Approval Ratings - A recent poll indicates that Trump's approval rating has dropped to 40%, marking a new low during his second term [1]. - The poll, conducted over three days, surveyed 1,023 adults across the U.S. with a margin of error of ±3 percentage points [2]. - Trump's approval ratings show significant polarization, with 83% of Republicans approving of his performance, compared to only 3% of Democrats [2]. Group 2: Economic Policy - Approximately 38% of respondents approve of Trump's economic management, an increase from 35% in a previous poll [3]. - Trump's aggressive tariff policies aim to reduce trade deficits and promote manufacturing in the U.S., but have introduced considerable uncertainty into the economy [3]. - In April, Trump signed executive orders establishing a 10% "minimum baseline tariff" on trade partners, later extending a negotiation period for higher tariffs [3]. Group 3: Immigration Policy - Trump's administration has implemented strict immigration policies, which have sparked controversy and raised concerns about potential impacts on the labor market [4]. - About 43% of respondents support Trump's immigration policies, a slight increase from 41% in earlier polling [3]. Group 4: Overall Approval Trend - Since January, Trump's overall approval rating has decreased by approximately 12 percentage points, from 56% to 44% [5].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the progress of the Trump administration's immigration policies, particularly focusing on the deportation of illegal immigrants and the changing attitudes of American society towards immigration. Group 1: Illegal Immigration Estimates - As of the end of 2024, the estimated number of illegal immigrants in the U.S. is approximately 12.8 to 15.2 million, with a labor participation rate of about 66.3%, contributing roughly 8.5 to 10 million workers [2][10][11]. Group 2: Deportation Progress - From February to June this year, the number of deportations was less than 100,000, accounting for only 0.7-0.8% of the total illegal immigrant population [3][11]. - The Trump administration has prioritized the arrest and deportation of criminal groups, but progress has been slow, with only 752 individuals convicted of murder and 1,693 convicted of sexual offenses arrested by ICE as of May 2025 [3][15]. - The number of illegal immigrants encountered at the southwestern border from January to May was approximately 108,700, representing a decrease of 88% compared to the same period in 2024 and a decrease of 88.6% compared to 2022-2024 [3][16]. Group 3: Changing Attitudes Towards Immigration - Over the past year, American attitudes towards immigration have become significantly more optimistic, with the percentage of people wanting to reduce immigration dropping from 55% in June of last year to 30% this June [4][19]. - A record 79% of American adults now believe that immigration is a good thing for the country, the highest level since 2001 [4][21]. - Support for providing a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants has increased, with the percentage of people supporting deportation of all undocumented immigrants falling from 47% to 38% [4][24].

Group 1: Immigration Statistics - As of the end of 2024, the estimated number of illegal immigrants in the U.S. is approximately 12.8 to 15.2 million, contributing about 8.5 to 10 million to the labor force assuming a labor participation rate of 66.3%[3][13]. - From February to June this year, the number of deportations was less than 100,000, accounting for only 0.7-0.8% of the total illegal immigrant population[4][15]. - Between January and May this year, the number of illegal immigrants encountered at the southwestern border was approximately 108,700, representing a decrease of 88% compared to the same period in 2024[4][17]. Group 2: Changes in Public Attitude Towards Immigration - The percentage of Americans wanting to reduce immigration has dropped from 55% in June last year to 30% in June this year, with significant declines across all political parties[5][19]. - Currently, 79% of American adults believe immigration is beneficial to the country, the highest level since 2001[5][25]. - Support for providing a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants has increased from 70% last year to 78% this year, while support for deporting all undocumented immigrants has decreased from 47% to 38%[6][29].

Core Points - The recent arrest of two suspects involved in the theft of U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen's wallet has sparked discussions on immigration policies, particularly those of former President Trump [1][2][3] Group 1: Incident Details - The Washington police arrested a suspect named Mario Bustamante Leiva, a 49-year-old Chilean national, who has been illegally residing in the U.S. for years [1] - Leiva is linked to a theft gang operating on the East Coast, targeting valuable items in upscale restaurants and bars [2] - The theft of Nielsen's wallet was described as a calculated act, with Leiva using his foot to pull the bag and then covering it with his coat [2] Group 2: Political Reactions - Secretary Nielsen criticized Leiva as a "career criminal" who has been illegally residing in the U.S. for years, emphasizing the need for stricter immigration policies [3] - Former Immigration and Customs Enforcement Director Tom Homan suggested that this case could serve as a "typical" example for the government's stance on illegal immigration, advocating for both prosecution and deportation [3] Group 3: Public Sentiment - Recent polls indicate a decline in support for Trump's immigration policies, dropping from 50% in February to 46%, with 53% of the public disapproving of his approach [3] - Public reactions to Nielsen's comments have been mixed, with some accusing her of exploiting a personal incident for broader immigration enforcement agendas [3]