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Poll: 40% Trump Voters Abandon Over Inflation, Corporate Favoritism

6/6/2026

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A new Bulwark poll shows many Trump supporters abandoning U.S. President Donald Trump over rising living costs and corporate favoritism.
Bulwark founder Sarah Longwell surveyed these voters and found growing dissatisfaction before the November election.
Respondents blamed inflation, high gas prices and a lack of stimulus for making everyday purchases unaffordable.
Analyst Amy Walter warned that the disaffected 40 percent of the Republican base could stay home, endangering safe GOP seats.

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A new Bulwark poll shows many Trump supporters abandoning U.S. President Donald Trump over rising living costs and corporate favoritism.
Bulwark founder Sarah Longwell surveyed these voters and found growing dissatisfaction before the November election.
Respondents blamed inflation, high gas prices and a lack of stimulus for making everyday purchases unaffordable.
Analyst Amy Walter warned that the disaffected 40 percent of the Republican base could stay home, endangering safe GOP seats.