This week’s Economist/YouGov poll covers Donald Trump's appointees, his policy plans, his criminal cases, his businesses, and transgender issues.

While many people are aware of several biographical facts about Trump — such as his age, wealth, and marital history — fewer are aware of other parts of his life story, including his education, recognition he has received for his achievements, and allegations of wrongdoing against his companies and nonprofits.

Our latest survey finds mixed opinions on texting and public displays of affection, but overwhelming agreement that loud talking and spoiling plot points are unacceptable.

While majorities of Americans are familiar with most of the terms asked about, very few say they use them regularly, including Democrats and Republicans — though more Democrats do.

Democrats' concerns about certain scenarios — including economic collapse, the downfall of democracy, and civil war — have increased dramatically after the election.

Many Americans — and particularly Donald Trump voters — attribute the former and future president's victory to inflation and immigration.

Harris supporters are most likely to blame large corporations for inflation, while Trump supporters place a lot of blame on Democrats and on federal-government spending.

33% of Americans say they share a lot of common interests and concerns with people of their own gender, but the majority (56%) say gender is not really relevant.

Harris supporters are most likely to expect the Supreme Court's overturning of abortion rights to be important. Most Trump supporters emphasize inflation and the economy.

A new survey asked Americans to consider how more than 50 fictional characters from film, TV, and literature would vote in the 2024 presidential election.