A recent snap poll conducted for the DailyMail reveals that former President Donald Trump’s approval ratings have skyrocketed following his unprecedented conviction on 34 felony charges related to falsifying business records. This landmark case, adjudicated by a Manhattan Criminal Court jury, marks the first time in American history that a former president has faced trial and been convicted, setting off a seismic shift in the political landscape.
Despite the gravity of the charges, the poll results indicate that Trump’s support among likely voters has not only remained resilient but actually increased. Among those surveyed, 22% now view Trump more favorably post-conviction, compared to just 16% who see him less favorably. This six-point net positive swing suggests Trump’s ability to turn legal woes into political capital, a phenomenon few other politicians could replicate.
“It was done last night right after the verdict, where I’m up six points,” Trump proclaimed, referencing the poll. “Six points from what we already were. We were leading fairly substantially. We’re up six points in the DailyMail poll.” Trump’s assertion underscores his belief that the American public is savvy enough to see through what he and his supporters claim to be politically motivated legal attacks.
BREAKING: New Daily Mail poll says Trump received a 6-point bump in approval after he was found guilty in New York City.
According to the poll, 22% of people said they 'now have a more favorable' rating of Trump while 16% said they viewed him more negatively.
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The conviction has not only galvanized Trump’s base but also sparked a flood of donations to his campaign. Prominent supporters, ranging from small donors to influential figures in tech and media, have opened their wallets in a show of defiance against what they perceive as a corrupt judicial process. Scott Adams, a newspaper artist and conservative commentator, noted that the surge in donations caused both Trump’s campaign site and the main GOP fundraising platform, WinRed, to crash. He captured the sentiment of many with his declaration: “This is the hill to die on.”
Shaun Maguire, a partner at Sequoia Capital, shared his dramatic shift in support for Trump via an X post. Once a donor to Hillary Clinton’s campaign in 2016 and disillusioned by 2020, Maguire now sees the 2024 election as one of the most pivotal of his lifetime. “I believe this is one of the most important elections of my lifetime, and I’m supporting Trump,” he wrote, announcing a $300,000 donation to Trump’s presidential campaign.
The spike in approval ratings and financial support following the conviction speaks volumes about Trump’s enduring influence. His ability to rally his base, even in the face of legal adversity, highlights the deep-seated loyalty and unwavering belief his supporters have in him. As the 2024 election approaches, this newfound momentum could potentially propel Trump to victory, despite—or perhaps because of—the legal hurdles he continues to face.
In a nation deeply divided, Trump’s conviction has paradoxically united his supporters more fervently than ever before. Whether this resurgence will translate into electoral success remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Donald Trump’s political journey is far from over, and his supporters are ready to fight tooth and nail to see him back in the White House.
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