According to a recent Ipsos poll commissioned by ABC News from May 31 to June 1, 2024, the American electorate appears divided over former President Donald Trump’s fraud conviction. The survey of 781 adults revealed that 47% of voters believed there were political motives behind Trump’s conviction, while 38% viewed the trial as unbiased. Interestingly, 15% were undecided about the jury’s fairness.
Trump was convicted on May 30 for altering business records related to a hush money payment to porn actress Stormy Daniels during the 2016 campaign, making him the first U.S. president convicted of a crime. Half of the voters supported the verdict, 27% did not, and 23% were unsure. Additionally, 51% believed Trump intentionally committed an illegal act, while 12% thought he erred without ill intent and 19% viewed him as innocent.
The poll also asked whether Trump should withdraw from his presidential campaign, with 49% in favor of his withdrawal, 37% against, and 14% uncertain. This Ipsos survey highlights the ongoing debate among Americans on the legitimacy and implications of Trump’s conviction, shedding light on the deep divisions within the public opinion.
This Ipsos poll underscores the significant public discussion over whether Trump’s prosecution was legally justified or influenced by political motivations.