A Washington Post–ABC News–Ipsos poll (Feb. 12–17, 2026; n=2,589; ±2%) finds Americans oppose abolishing ICE by 13 points, 50% to 37%. The survey also shows broad anger after two deadly Minneapolis shootings, with 62% opposing aggressive ICE tactics and 53% opposing expanded operations. (washingtonpost.com) The results reveal sharp partisan splits—about seven in ten Democrats favor abolition while roughly eight in ten Republicans oppose it—prompting Democrats to express frustration as they weigh political strategy. (wsjm.com) The poll underscores a public that distrusts enforcement methods even as many still back deportations and could shape midterm messaging for both parties nationally.