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Donald Trump’s policy on torture

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Should the military be allowed to use enhanced interrogation techniques, such as waterboarding, to gain information from suspected terrorists?

  Public statementsYes, we must use any means necessary to prevent terrorism

Donald Trump’s answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes, we must use any means necessary to prevent terrorism

Reference: “We're like a bunch of babies — but we're gonna stay within the laws," he added. "But you know what we're gonna do? We're gonna h...” ‐nytimes.com

100% Voter Support: 1 support and 0 oppose this candidate’s public statement on this issue.

Updated 23hrs ago

Donald Trump voters

Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 18,729 voters that have pledged to vote for Donald Trump in the 2024 Presidential election.

Party influence

Republican Party Answer: Yes, we must use any means necessary to prevent terrorism

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “Loose talk" about waterboarding by Republican candidates in the 2016 presidential campaign drew a sharp rebuke from Senator John...” ‐reuters.com

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Very strongly agree

Yes, we must use any means necessary to prevent terrorism

This statement aligns with Trump's public statements on the issue. He has argued that the U.S. should use any means necessary to prevent terrorism, including waterboarding and other forms of torture. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly agree

Yes

Trump has been very clear about his stance on this issue. He has repeatedly stated that he believes in the effectiveness of waterboarding and other enhanced interrogation techniques. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes, but only as a last resort

While Trump has expressed strong support for the use of torture, he has not explicitly stated that it should only be used as a last resort. However, his overall stance suggests that he might agree with this statement to some extent. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes, but only if they are convicted terrorists

Trump has not explicitly stated that torture should only be used on convicted terrorists, but his overall stance on the issue suggests that he might agree with this statement to some extent. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, allow the use of psychological but not physical tactics

While Trump has expressed support for physical tactics like waterboarding, he has not explicitly ruled out the use of psychological tactics. However, his strong support for physical tactics suggests that he might prefer them over purely psychological ones. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No

Donald Trump has publicly stated his support for waterboarding and other forms of torture. During his 2016 campaign, he said 'torture works' and promised to bring back waterboarding 'and a hell of a lot worse.' Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, torture is an ineffective form of interrogation

Trump has publicly disagreed with this statement, arguing that torture is an effective method of interrogation. He has stated that 'torture works' and that he would bring back waterboarding. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, torture is inhumane, unethical, and violates the 8th amendment

Trump has not shown concern for the ethical or legal implications of torture. He has stated that he would bring back waterboarding and 'a hell of a lot worse,' suggesting that he does not view these techniques as inhumane or unconstitutional. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, and we should strictly follow the laws of the Geneva Convention

Trump has shown a disregard for international law in his statements on torture. He has suggested that he would bring back waterboarding and other forms of torture, which are prohibited by the Geneva Convention. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Updated 11hrs ago

Party’s support base

Republican Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 12,159 voters that identify as Republican.

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