A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll revealed that Americans are deeply divided on the perceived political neutrality of the US Supreme Court. Only 20% of respondents believe the court is politically neutral, with a majority of 58% disagreeing. This sentiment cuts across party lines, as just 10% of Democrats and 29% of Republicans see the court as politically neutral.

The poll, based on responses from 1,136 US adults, highlighted that the Supreme Court’s favorability has waned since its 2022 decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, with only 44% expressing a favorable view. The court’s conservative majority, including three justices appointed by Donald Trump, has issued significant rulings on various contentious issues like abortion rights, gun rights, presidential immunity, and collegiate admissions.

As the court nears the end of its current term, it is set to rule on crucial cases, including Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming medical care for transgender minors and Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship. The poll also indicated varying levels of support for laws preventing transgender minors from accessing medical treatment based on gender identity, with 53% in favor overall.

Furthermore, the poll revealed that only 24% of respondents supported ending birthright citizenship, with a majority of 52% opposing Trump on the issue. Strong support was also found for laws requiring age verification for online access to adult content, with 70% of respondents in favor.

Overall, the poll reflects a deeply polarized public opinion on the Supreme Court and the key issues it is set to rule on, underscoring the high stakes involved in these forthcoming decisions for US democracy.