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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Amy Remeikis Political reporter

Guardian Essential poll: almost a third of Australians say they would vote for Trump if they could

Former President Donald Trump
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, who recently survived an assassination attempt, has seen a 15-point surge in support since November 2020, with 36% of polled Australians now considering him ‘favourable’. Photograph: Stephen Maturen/Getty Images

Australians are feeling less opposed to a Donald Trump presidency than four years ago, and less sure the Aukus agreement will make Australia more secure, the latest Guardian Essential poll shows.

Trump, who recently survived an assassination attempt, has seen a 15-point surge in support since November 2020, with 36% of polled Australians now saying they have a “favourable” view of him.

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