GoKawiilAP-KFF poll: half of rural voters say economy has worsened under Trump
A new AP-NORC/KFF poll of more than 2,000 rural registered voters finds about half believe the economy has gotten worse since Trump returned to office. Grocery, gas and healthcare costs rank as top concerns, with rural voters more likely than the general public to worry about affording groceries and gas.
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Rural voters have been a core part of Trump's coalition, so widespread economic frustration among this group could signal trouble for Republicans in upcoming elections. The poll suggests dissatisfaction with economic outcomes rather than a shift toward Democrats, meaning the political risk may show up as lower enthusiasm or turnout rather than outright party switching.
- About half of rural voters say the economy is worse under Trump.
- Grocery, gas and healthcare costs are top financial concerns for rural voters.
- Rural voters remain unlikely to shift toward Democrats despite economic frustration.
Source: fastcompany.com, 2026-09-23
Published there as: “This new poll reveals 5 takeaways about rural American voters, a key bloc for Trump”
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