The US public views the Japan alliance as a significant national security benefit as concerns about China grow.
But a majority oppose sending US troops if China were to invade the island.
The public generally does not see current US trade policies toward China as benefiting Americans.
A plurality of Americans—and a majority of Republicans—also say that US leaders are not paying enough attention to US-China competition.
For the first time, a majority of Republicans think the United States should stay out of world affairs.
The ongoing war in Ukraine continues to impact American attitudes toward global engagement.
But partisan divisions over using US troops to defend allies in Europe and Asia are growing.
But most oppose sending US troops to the island should China invade.
We explore whether foreign policy professionals and the American public are on the same page when it comes to America’s strategy abroad.
While crediting the US nuclear arsenal for its deterrent effect, Americans are less clear on its impact on the country or their personal safety.
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