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Survey shows Poles split on Trump presidency, many expect better security

21.01.2025 13:30
Nearly half of Poles believe U.S. President Donald Trump’s leadership will improve Poland’s security, according to a new poll by United Surveys for Wirtualna Polska.
Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th US President in the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025.
Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th US President in the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. EPA/SAUL LOEB / POOL

The survey, conducted between January 10 and 12, found 46.2% of respondents think Trump’s presidency will have a “positive” or “rather positive” effect, while 40.6% say it “won’t” or “definitely won’t” improve security. Another 13.1% are undecided.

Opinions diverge along party lines. Among supporters of the liberal ruling coalition (Civic Coalition, Third Way, Left), 49% doubt Trump’s impact on Poland’s safety, with 11% saying it will be “definitely negative.” By contrast, 67% of those backing right-wing opposition parties (Law and Justice, Confederation) foresee a “rather” or “definitely” better security outlook under Trump.

The poll combined computer-assisted telephone interviews (CATI) and online surveys (CAWI), sampling 1,000 adults. Wirtualna Polska notes that the data highlight deep political divides over Trump’s potential influence—but a substantial segment still hopes his administration will enhance Poland’s strategic position.

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Source: Polskie Radio 24