Majority of Americans Expect Post-Election Violence, Poll Reveals
Despite concerns, most are confident in the electoral process and willing to accept the results.
- A Scripps News/Ipsos poll shows 62% of Americans anticipate violence after the November 5 election.
- Both Democrats (70%) and Republicans (59%) share concerns about potential post-election unrest.
- Half of the respondents support using the U.S. military to prevent election-related violence.
- While fears of unrest are high, 77% of Americans are prepared to accept the election results.
- The poll highlights a stark partisan divide in trust towards different voting methods, with Republicans more skeptical of mail-in voting and ballot drop boxes.