Two recent national polls indicate that a majority of registered voters support deporting immigrants living in the United States illegally — including strong backing for the removal of those with criminal records.

A Harvard/Harris poll conducted October 1–2 found that 56 percent of registered voters favor deporting all illegal immigrants, while 78 percent support deporting those convicted of crimes.

Similarly, a New York Times/Siena College poll taken September 22–27 reported that 54 percent of respondents support “deporting immigrants living in the United States illegally back to their home countries.”

Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said the results show continuing public support for the Trump administration’s enforcement agenda.

“The American people, the law, and common sense are on our side, and we will not stop until law and order is restored,” McLaughlin said. “Law and order will win the day.”

The Department of Homeland Security said the polling reflects broad backing for federal law enforcement officers and agents carrying out deportations amid rising criticism and reports of confrontations with protesters.

In recent weeks, DHS officials have cited multiple incidents involving violence against federal immigration officers, including assaults and vehicle attacks. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported a sharp rise in assaults on agents this year.

Administration officials have also criticized some state and local politicians for opposing deportation efforts or backing policies that provide public benefits to immigrants without legal status.

Despite the political divide, polling data from both Harvard/Harris and the New York Times/Siena surveys suggest that deportation policy remains broadly popular among the general electorate.