Majority in US say Trump prioritises personal wealth over all else: Poll

What the report says

Most US adults believe President Donald Trump has put his personal financial interests and those of his family and inner circle ahead of the country’s, according to an AP-NORC poll published by Al Jazeera. The survey, conducted in late September and released on Tuesday, suggests broad skepticism about Trump’s second term, with many respondents saying he is focused on his own business and commercial pursuits rather than national priorities.

Al Jazeera reported that a little over half of adults surveyed said Trump has devoted “a lot” of attention to his own business interests, while about a quarter said he focuses on the nation’s interests. Only 11% said he represents regular Americans. The poll also found that 55% of Republicans said Trump has prioritized his personal business interests at least somewhat, showing concern even among some supporters.

The article linked the results to Trump’s financial disclosures and continuing questions about his business empire, including new ventures such as cryptocurrency-related deals and international real estate activity. The White House has repeatedly rejected concerns about conflicts of interest, saying the president acts in Americans’ interests.

The poll also reflects a wider debate over ethics and legality around Trump’s finances. Al Jazeera noted that responses were sharply divided by party, with Democrats far more likely than independents or Republicans to view the conduct as illegal.