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February 3, 2026

Feb 03, 2026
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Fox News Poll: Too Fast, Too Unchecked? Voters sound off on rapid AI use & government regulation
Victoria Balara, Fox News
As the emphasis on implementing artificial intelligence across society grows, voters think the use of AI technology is happening too fast — and they have little confidence the federal government can regulate it properly.
People View Prior Authorization as Greatest Burden in Navigating the Health System
KFF
New KFF polling explores the challenges beyond costs that people with insurance face in navigating the health care system. People cite prior authorization review as their top problem by a wide margin, with a third (32%) saying prior authorization requirements are a “major burden.” That’s more than say the same about understanding their bill or what they owe (23% say it is a major burden), getting appointments when they need them (20%), or finding providers who accept their insurance (17%).
Voter sentiment about Trump declines
Eli Yokley, Morning Consult
Voters are 8 points more likely to disapprove than approve of Trump’s job performance (53% to 45%). The share holding negative views is just shy of a record low we measured in November.

McLaughlin Poll: ICE Hit, But Trump Stays Solid
John McLaughlin and Jim McLaughlin (McLaughlin and Associates), Newsmax
Despite a barrage of hostile media coverage and relentless attacks from the left, President Donald Trump's standing with voters remains remarkably steady — especially on the issue of border security. ... The reason Trump's approval remains firm is simple: His base is rock solid.

Bipartisan Support for Roadless Rule Protecting National forests/Roadless Lands from New Roads, Timber Harvesting and Development
Susquehanna Polling and Research / Pew Charitable Trusts
Voters place a high premium on the continued conservation and protection of both national forests and other roadless lands throughout the USA.
Susquehanna 251214 Pew Charitable Trusts
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